Thoothukudi, Jan. 12 -- Ahead of Pongal, one of Tamil Nadu's most important festivals, large quantities of agricultural produce have been brought to the Thoothukudi market area for sale from several districts.

Essential items for Pongal celebrations, such as coconuts, banana bunches, banana leaves, sugarcane, palmyra tubers, turmeric roots, and other agricultural products, have flooded the market, driving brisk trade.

As a result, the Thoothukudi market area is witnessing heavy crowds and a festive atmosphere.

Similarly, across Hyderabad, with Makar Sankranti just around the corner, festivities have already begun, and markets are seeing crowds of enthusiastic shoppers.

People have begun visiting markets in large numbers to purchase ra...