The much awaited ‘Numaish’ began on a positive note with around 40,000 people visiting the place since it resumed.
The event which is usually held in January was suspended last month in view of rapid increase in Omicron-driven Covid cases. And the last year, the city gave a miss to the Numaish as the society did not conduct it in view of Covid second wave restrictions.
Since its resumption on Friday, the exhibition ground has been presenting a lively ambience with families who were eagerly waiting for the mega annual fair, thronging in large numbers. “All our relatives from across the city converge at the place and spent quality time here, it is more like a tradition for us. One can’t afford to miss this nostalgic feel,” said a businessman from the old city who came
along with his family.
Around 1400 stalls were allotted to the traders for setting up businesses. Shops dealing in readymade dresses, home decoration material, toys, plastic ware, handicrafts, cosmetics and electronics have come up. This apart at the entertainment arena a variety of giant ferry wheels and chair swings were set up.
“At least 50 per cent of the stalls are now operational. Remaining traders are sourcing and arranging materials, in next two days all the stalls will be opened,” said Exhibition Society, Secretary, Aditya Margam.
The exhibition society did not increase the price this year. “The ticket is priced at Rs. 30 per person and for children below five years entry is free,” said the secretary.