Why Deepavali shoppers still make time for the bazaar

At the Deepavali Carnival Bazaar on Jalan Dato Lee Fong Yee, better known as Little India Seremban, traders are still welcoming customers looking for traditional clothing, jewellery, prayer items, snacks and festive decorations ahead of the Festival of Lights.

For clothing seller N Leena, 37, the appeal of shopping in person is easy to understand. Customers can see the colours properly, feel the fabric and try on an outfit before deciding whether it is right for them.

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