Pink city gears up for Makar Sakranti

Markets famous for kite-trading including Haldiyon Ka Rasta and Handipura have been flooded with buyers of all ages since yesterday and the crowd in the market is likely to remain till Monday.

"There is 10-20 per cent hike in prices of kites and manjhas but there is no impact on business and people in large number are buying kites," Usman Khan, a trader in Haliyon ka Rasta, told PTI.

He said that there is no special attraction this year in terms of design as kites in traditional sizes and designs are being favoured.

Another kite trader Babu Miyan said favourable weather conditions and holidays in schools have had a positive impact on business this year.

"Business is good this year. Sales always increase in the last few days and markets would now be crowded during night hours also," he said.

Kites sold in the markets here are either locally manufactured or made in Bareli (UP). Average quality kite is available for Rs 3 and 4.

Bareli-made kites and manjhas are always preferred by Kite-flyers due to their unmatched quality.