Sky lanterns being sold at a shop in Dharwad
Dharwad : Traditional clay lamps are holding their own against Chinese lights, plastic lamps and plaster of Paris (PoP) diyas in Dharwad this Deepavali , as festive markets across the city witness brisk business. Despite rising prices of commodities, traders and vendors say sales have remained robust. With the three-day festival beginning on Saturday evening with the worship of water containers, shoppers are flocking to markets for lamps, décor, sweets and other festive essentials.
“We stock all varieties of sky lanterns, priced between Rs 100 and Rs 1,500 depending on size and design. Smaller lanterns are available in packs priced from Rs 20 to Rs 250,” said trader Amarkumar. Stay updated with the latest Hubballi news.
Roadside stalls at the Super Market, Subhash Road, Tikare Road, Saptapur, Srinagar, Kumbhar Oni, CBT, Akkipet and the railway station area have stocked a wide variety of earthen lamps. Many customers are choosing traditional diyas as part of an eco-friendly Deepavali celebration. Besides conventional lamps, decorative varieties such as coconut-shaped, flower-shaped, doll-shaped and peacock-shaped diyas are drawing buyers. Alladin-style lamps, glass diyas and multi-wick lamps have also found a ready market. Sky lanterns steal the show Fancy sky lanterns in innovative designs are emerging as another major attraction. Stars, diamonds, lotus flowers, tulasi stands, chandeliers, bells and traditional bagari designs are among the popular choices. Made from coloured paper, bamboo, fabric, cardboard and velvet, the lanterns cater to all budgets. Photo-frame lanterns, multicolour lighting models and Rajasthani Bandhani designs are among the latest arrivals. Subhash Road and Tikare Road, the city’s main commercial hubs, are crowded with festive shoppers, while sweet shops are doing brisk business with attractive gift hampers. Traditional North Karnataka snacks such as undi, chakkuli, avalakki, karchikai and chiwda are also seeing strong demand. With Deepavali associated with prosperity, retailers are offering discounts and special schemes to attract customers. Download the TOI App.
restrictions on crackers imposed by the district administration have prompted some residents to opt for quieter celebrations, though convincing children remains a challenge for many families While Laxmi Puja will be observed on Monday and Deepavali Padya on Tuesday.