New Delhi, March 24 -- While the boycott of Chinese-made crackers and Diwali decorations like lighting remains resolute, the vibrant hues of Holi find themselves adorned with water guns and gulal (dry colours), with a notable presence of Chinese products in the local market.

Every shop, retailer, and street corner is filled with Chinese pichkari (water guns), which are attractive and give Indian manufacturers a run for their money.

The claim of making the celebration completely 'Made in India' hasn't stood the litmus test, with traders and consumers professing to boycott goods manufactured in China during this festival of joy, yet failing to hold true to their promise as Chinese goods continue to abound in the market.

Paramjeet Singh P...