City gears up for Gudi Padwa splurge

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

As Gudi Padwa, one of the most auspicious saade teen (three and a half) muhurts, nears, the city is set for a buying spree with transactions expected to reach crores on Sunday.

Gold, silver, automobiles, electronics, and real estate dominate festive purchases. Car dealerships report a surge in bookings, while businesses roll out special offers to attract buyers. Home purchases, housewarming ceremonies, and new business launches add to the celebratory momentum. Markets are abuzz with people buying bamboo sticks, sugar garlands, and sarees for the traditional Gudi setup. Showrooms and shops, adorned for the occasion, eagerly await the festival's peak moments as the city embraces Gudi Padwa with enthusiasm.