Chennai, Nov 04: Deepavali, the festival of lights, was celebrated with gaiety and enthusiasm throughout Tamil Nadu today. The day was heralded in with the usual bursting of crackers by people dressed in best fineries after taking the traditional oil bath. People also visited temples.
According to rough estimates from shopping centres and markets, crores of rupees were spent on clothing, sweetmeats and crackers in the state. Sale of crackers picked up only yesterday following a respite from the week long incessant rains.
In the metropolis, which was under a heavy overcast sky, people were seen exchanging greetings and edibles with each other and seeking the blessings of elders. Bureau Report