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With Ramzan approaching, Hyderabad markets are witnessing heavy crowds as people buy dates, groceries and clothes. Begum Bazaar and other commercial hubs are bustling, while small eateries and traders prepare for brisk business during the fasting month.
"Before the beginning of Ramzan month, they were sold for Rs 1,400 per kg but the prices have now shot up to Rs 1600 to 1800 per/kg in the wholesale market," said a shop owner.
