Lucknow: Utensil sales in the state capital touched an estimated ₹150 crore this Dhanteras, reflecting a 15-20% increase over last year, according to trader bodies.Based on the reported growth, last year’s utensil sales are estimated to have been in the range of Rs 125-130 crore. The current year’s figure of ₹150 crore translates into an increase of about Rs 20-25 crore over the previous Dhanteras.Sanjay Gupta, state president of the UP Adarsh Vyapar Mandal demand for utensils remained strong as households continued the traditional practice of purchasing steel, brass and kitchenware items on Dhanteras.
