However, most of them have opted for modest preparations due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A visit by Bernama to Little India along Jalan Yam Tuan, here, found that shoppers are making early preparations to avoid congestion that often occurs the last few days before Deepavali. Housewife G. Shanti, 57, from Kuala Pilah said she and her family preferred doing Deepavali shopping early to avoid huge crowds. G.Risha, 17, from Mantin said she decided to spend prudently in preparing for this year’s Deepavali. He said that following the current challenging economic times, many people chose to spend prudently, especially during the festive season.

Source: The Star October 24, 2021 18:13 UTC