Special Pongal market opens at Koyambedu market
A Special Pongal Market has opened at the Koyambedu market in Chennai, marking the festive preparations for the upcoming harvest festival of Pongal. This market has been specially set up to cater to the increased demand for fresh produce, traditional items, and festival essentials. What You Can Expect at the Market: Fresh Fruits and Vegetables : Farmers from across Tamil Nadu have brought in fresh produce, including sugarcane, turmeric plants, bananas, and other vegetables, crucial for Pongal celebrations. Traditional Essentials : Items like earthen pots, Pongal-specific decorative items, and other festival paraphernalia are widely available. Affordable Prices : To make the celebrations accessible to everyone, the Tamil Nadu government and market associations may have taken steps to regulate and stabilize prices. Crowd Management : Authorities are expected to put measures in place to ensure the smooth functioning of the market, especially given the large crowds anticipated in the d...