The people of Hyderabad were excited to celebrate Ugadi, the Hindu Lunar New Year. Prices of flowers and other items for the festival were slightly higher this year compared to last year. Despite the increase, people were still eager to purchase the necessary ingredients for Ugadi pachadi.
Vendors set up their shops in various parts of Hyderabad, such as Monda Market, Bowenpally, and Kukatpally, selling neem flowers, raw mangoes, tamarind, and jaggery. Prices for items like small raw mangoes and flowers had increased due to factors like reduced yield caused by unfavorable weather conditions.
Business in Hyderabad saw significant growth during the Ugadi season, with foot traffic in shops reaching high levels. Cloth vendors and electronic showrooms offered discounts and deals to attract more customers. Residents like Shanti Reddy from Kukatpally were busy preparing for the festival by cleaning and decorating their homes.
Different communities in Hyderabad celebrated different versions of the festival – Gudi Padwa for Maharashtrians, Yugadi for Kannadigas, and Ugadi for Telugus. Each community had its own traditions and ways of celebrating the New Year.
