Jaipur: Following a flurry of gold and silver purchases on Dhanteras, Jaipur’s markets witnessed another wave of festive shopping on Chhoti Diwali Saturday, with the Walled City turning into a sea of shoppers, vehicles and dazzling lights.From firecrackers and clothes to sweets and other festive essentials, residents made a beeline for markets to complete their last-minute Diwali shopping.
People shopping on the occasion of Diwali in Walled City Jaipur, Rajasthan on 07 November 2026
Johari Bazaar witnessed heavy footfall, particularly at firecracker shops, where customers explored a wide range of products, from branded fireworks to locally manufactured varieties from Kishangarh, Bharatpur and Alwar. Buyers were seen comparing prices and varieties before making their purchases.“There are all kinds of varieties available, ranging from branded firecrackers to locally manufactured ones from Kishangarh, Bharatpur and Alwar. The locally made firecrackers are better and considerably cheaper than those from Sivakasi. However, irrespective of the price difference, I had to buy the firecrackers of my choice,” said Navin Jhalani, who was shopping at a firecracker shop in Johari Bazaar.
Rush of visitors on the occasion of Diwali in Walled City Jaipur, Rajasthan on 07 November 2026
The festive rush was not confined to Johari Bazaar. Chandpole Bazaar, Kishanpole Bazaar and Chaura Rasta were equally chock-a-block, while clothing outlets also witnessed heavy footfall. Families were seen purchasing traditional attire for Diwali celebrations.“For the Badi Diwali puja, men in our family wear kurta-pyjamas. We may not wear them throughout the year, but buying a new set for Diwali is a must,” said Yogesh Sharma, a Jaipur native who lives in Delhi and has an ancestral house in the city. He was shopping at Ghee Walon Ka Rasta in Johari Bazaar.As evening set in, festive illumination became an attraction in itself. Many residents took to their vehicles to visit the Walled City markets and admire the decorative lighting. Commercial establishments such as Ganpati Plaza, along with Rajasthan Legislative Assembly and several govt buildings, were also illuminated.“Jaipur is famous for its festive lighting, and every year market associations make special efforts to make it grand. So, after the puja, visiting the Walled City and other parts of Jaipur to admire the lighting is a must for us. And, of course, dining out is an equally important part of the celebration,” said Puja Khandelwal, who works with a multinational company in Gurugram and is a native of Shyam Nagar in Jaipur.
Rush of visitors on the occasion of Diwali in Walled City Jaipur, Rajasthan on 07 November 2026
The dazzling lights drew families and visitors, many of whom combined evening drives with dining out. With crowded shopping streets, brisk retail activity and illuminated landmarks, Jaipur wore a celebratory look on the eve of Badi Diwali.
