Flower prices in Vijayawada markets have increased by up to 50% ahead of the Vijaya Dasami festival. Varieties commonly used for puja, such as chrysanthemums, are particularly affected.
Traders report that retail flower prices have also risen due to heightened demand from political rallies and campaign events during the ongoing civic body elections.
The combined effect of religious rituals, festive buying, and election-related demand has pushed up prices in both wholesale and retail markets across the city.
Devotees are purchasing flowers for special pujas, temple offerings, and household rituals, leading to a surge in demand across Vijayawada's flower markets.
