From Paithan Gate to Tilak Path, Nirala Bazaar, Osmanpura, Gulmandi, City Chowk, Rangar Galli, Garkheda, Jalna Road, and CIDCO-HUDCO, shoppers thronged the streets with their families
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Diwali vacations end all too fast, though,” said Sarvesh Nanajkar, a primary school student. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar : The city was soaked in Diwali colours on the eve of Laxmi Pujan, with markets buzzing late into the night. From Paithan Gate to Tilak Path, Nirala Bazaar, Osmanpura, Gulmandi, City Chowk, Rangar Galli, Garkheda, Jalna Road, and CIDCO-HUDCO, shoppers thronged the streets with their families. Readymade garment showrooms saw long waiting times, while stalls selling electric lights, decorative items, rangoli colours, puja materials, and festive food did brisk business. “We play a lot during Diwali vacations, burst firecrackers, and eat a lot of sweets. By Friday evening, the festive mood had completely shifted into full celebration mode. Download the TOI App.
The Diwali festivities began on Thursday with Vasubaras, as families worshipped cows and calves by visiting nearby gaushalas and decorating their courtyards with rangolis.
We did not expect such a huge rush and will ensure we shop well in advance next time,” said Sonali Upadhye, a homemaker. “Buying clothes for our two children proved to be a very tough task as every shop was heavily crowded. Old Mondha, Jadhavwadi, and local malls witnessed heavy grocery buying for Diwali snacks. Meanwhile, jewellery showrooms and automobile dealerships are gearing up for padwa, which is traditionally considered highly auspicious for buying gold and vehicles. The firecracker markets at Karnapura, Kalagram, TV Centre, Shivajinagar, Cantonment, Waluj, and the taluka town of Gangapur have also turned into major attractions, especially for youngsters eyeing new, viral fireworks. With schools already closed for the Diwali vacations, children were seen having a merry time.