Siliguri, 27th October: A huge crowd flocked various markets of Siliguri, in view of the Kojagori Lakshmi Puja on Saturday. However, the citizens are facing several obstacles as the prices of puja essentials soar in the markets.
According to reports, the buyers arriving at the market are astounded by the increased in the prices of fruits, flowers and vegetables. Notably, the readymade items including Ladoo-Mooa which is used for puja are available in the market. Due to several circumstances, many families prefer buying these items from the market, rather than preparing at home.
Significantly, the homemakers who arrived at the market stated that even the price of those items has increased this year, in comparison to previous years. They added that, despite the increases in prices, they are compelled to purchase, as the items are essential for the puja.
Meanwhile, the traders are not ready to accept the demand and efforts to bargain. In this regard, a businessman stated is selling coconut ladoos and sesame seeds ladoos starting at Rs 20 per packet. He added that, this year, the prices of ladoos have slightly increased; however, people are buying all the items.