Broadway bustles with Onam shoppers, but rain dampens cheer
Even as online stores are said to be drawing customers away, the internet is also bringing some shoppers to the market
Broadway became the epicenter of commerce on Sunday, August 23, as the bustling market attracted thousands of shoppers, with sales surging. Street vendors reported a resurgence in business after a period of sluggish sales. However, the weather took a turn for the worse, as rain brought a swift end to the shopping spree. Ashiq N.S., a vendor, expressed his disappointment, stating that the rain had hindered his ability to sell his wares.
"This is the problem," he lamented, as other vendors rushed to protect their merchandise with plastic sheets. Muhammed Noushad, another vendor, questioned whether customers had the means to spend, remarking on the impact of the weather on their earnings. Abdul Razack, who had once owned a shop on the street, conceded that the rain had further dampened his sales, prompting him to switch to a commission-based model.
Despite the challenging conditions, some customers remained undeterred, driven by the convenience of online shopping and the allure of discounted prices.
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