Hosur Road emerges as a firecracker shopping hub ahead of Deepavali

With Deepavali approaching next week, the stretch from Bengaluru towards Hosur is seeing increased footfall as buyers look for a wide range of firecracker varieties and prices. The area beyond the Zuzuvadi check-post has become a popular destination, attracting customers from Karnataka and neighboring states. Collections this year include traditional sparklers, flower pots, rockets, and new varieties like tri-colour and lavender fountains. Prices range from around Rs 7 for basic packets to over Rs 7,000 for premium collections.