With Durga Puja approaching, florists in Jalpaiguri are in a tight spot, facing a severe shortage of lotus flowers, a key requirement for the Durga Puja rituals. The floods in South Bengal have disrupted the flower supply chain, leading to a crisis that has left traders scrambling to fulfill pre-ordered supplies.
Lotus is selling at Rs 60 per flower at present in Jalpaiguri. Some florists are already seeking alternative sources from Bangalore, while others are negotiating with Puja committees to reserve stored flowers. The floods have had a profound impact on the flower market, particularly affecting the supply of lotuses, marigolds, and tuberose sticks.
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