Heavy rush in markets as Eid nears

With just two days to go for Eid-ul-Fitr, markets across the Valley, including summer capital Srinagar, wore a festive look today as people came out in large numbers for shopping. The business hub Lal Chowk, Goni Khan and Maharaja Bazar witnessed heavy rush of people buying essential items for the Eid which is scheduled to be celebrated on July 6 or 7 depending on the appearance of the crescent as Muslims follow the lunar calendar. Bakeries, confectioneries, toy shops witnessed a heavy rush of customers as the locals started preparing…

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