SaralnamaToday, Sitamarhi markets see fewer shoppers for Chhath festival. Traders blame assembly elections and rising fruit prices. Banana prices dropped to ₹200-350 per dozen from last year's ₹400-500. However, pomegranate costs soared to ₹1000-1600 per box, up from ₹700-900. Grade-1 apples now sell at ₹180-250 per kg, compared to ₹120-150 last year., truck restrictions for elections disrupted fruit supply, causing price hikes., the administration eased vehicle movement for Chhath. Next, traders expect normal supply but high prices may continue, affecting shoppers' budgets. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 12:49 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Today, Sitamarhi markets see fewer shoppers for Chhath festival
- Traders blame assembly elections and rising fruit prices
- Banana prices dropped to ₹200-350 per dozen from last year's ₹400-500