Abhinav Kumar/Darbhanga: As soon as summer starts, the sale of fruits which contain water in abundance starts along with cold beverages. Watermelon is also a fruit of this category. Water is found in abundance in it. Besides, it is also beneficial for health. There is tremendous sale of watermelon in the market of Darbhanga. To meet the demand of the people, traders of Darbhanga are importing watermelons from other states. These days Bengaluru watermelons are being sold heavily in Darbhanga. Earlier, watermelon was being imported from Maharashtra and Goa. People are getting watermelon in the market at only Rs 18 to 20 per kg.
Watermelon wholesaler Rajkumar told that Rs 50,000 additional expense is being incurred in ordering watermelon from Bengaluru. It was not costing that much to get it from Maharashtra or Goa. He told that he has been selling seasonal fruits for the last 14 years. Every year, to meet the needs, watermelons have to be imported from outside. After this, some margin is kept and given to the retailer. At present, only Bengaluru watermelon is being sold in Darbhanga market. He told that there is no difference in the price of watermelon from Maharashtra or Bengaluru. There is only difference in fare. In comparison to Maharashtra, it costs Rs 50,000 more per truck to procure watermelon from Bengaluru.
25 trucks of watermelon are coming to Darbhanga every day
Rajan Kumar told that at present there is huge consumption of watermelon in Darbhanga. 25 trucks of watermelon are coming from Bangalore every day. Even after this, watermelon is disappearing from the market. Let us tell you that consuming water-rich fruits in the scorching sun and heat is also very beneficial for health. You can avoid dehydration by consuming such fruits. This is the reason why consumption of watermelon has increased from roads to railway stations and bus stands. Watermelon is a fruit which people of all ages can eat.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: April 20, 2024, 13:04 IST