IN PHOTOS | Capturing the festive spirit through India’s Diwali markets

Updated On: 31 October, 2024 02:31 PM IST | Raaina Jain

Diwali is here! Homes and streets are witnessing vibrant lights, cheerful festive stories and celebrations. One of the most exciting ways to experience the festive spirit is through shopping -- for decor, diyas, flowers, food, clothes and much more. Here are some glimpses from markets around India on the occasion of Diwali. (Pics: PTI/AFP)

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A market area decorated ahead of the Diwali in Jaipur

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Decorative items being sold ahead of Diwali at Badi Chaupar in Jaipur

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Women shop for colourful lanterns for Diwali in Chikmagalur

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People buy flowers at a wholesale market on the eve of Diwali in Hyderabad

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People buy decor items ahead of Diwali at a local market in Faridabad

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Women buy decorative items ahead of Diwali in Shimla

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Vendors wait for customers ahead of Diwali at a flower market in Delhi's Ghazipur

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A shopkeeper sells artificial flowers ahead of Diwali at a local market in Faridabad

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People shop for Diwali at a market in Navi Mumbai

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People buy decor and lights ahead of Diwali in New Delhi

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An artist displays miniature houses traditionally called as 'Gharonda' prepared for rituals for Diwali in Hyderabad

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