Currently the market has become vibrant in Bihar's capital Patna and other cities and towns due to Diwali. Meanwhile, markets of diyas have been decorated on the roadside, although due to the change in weather, the speed of potters' wheel has definitely slowed down. By the way, those who make diyas and idols of Ganesh and lakshmi made of clay believe that the demand for diyas and toys made of clay has increased this year.
Meanwhile deepawali is the festival of light and clay lamps have special significance on this festival. Every year on diwali, clay lamps are lit to decorate the houses, which not only illuminate the houses but are also considered necessary for worship. Due to this, the demand for clay lamps has increased in recent times. Kunal Pandit of Ashiana Bazaar says that this year the demand for clay lamps has increased only after Durga Puja. They say that apart from traditional diyas, designer diyas are also in demand this diwali, but most people are demanding traditional diyas only.
Moreover due to the change in weather caused by cyclone 'Dana', the problems of potters have definitely increased, but they are hopeful that the weather will clear in a day or two. The potters say that due to the change in weather, the diyas made by them have not been able to dry properly. However, these potters are busy preparing for Diwali. They are relieved that they are taking their tradition forward. Rameshwar Pandit of Phulwarisharif says that he has been making clay diyas and utensils for about 20-22 years. Earlier he used to work on the wheel, but now diyas are being prepared with electric machines. Due to the increase in the price of clay and fuel, the price of diyas has also increased. local voluntary organizations are also appealing to light clay diyas. It is believed that lighting earthen diyas purifies the environment and removes negative energy from the house. According to religious beliefs, there has been a tradition of lighting earthen diyas on the festival of diwali for years.
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