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Thanjavur
Thirst quenchers: Water melon pieces arranged for sale in Thanjavur on Wednesday. THANJAVUR: Heralding summer, water melons have come to the market in the town. Heaps of water melons can be seen on Medical College road in Keelavasal. With Mahasivarathiri festival coming to an end, mercury is on the rise and people feel sultry during the day-time. People take a respite by taking water melons and tender coconuts, which are also on sale. "We bring water melons from Marakkaanam for sale. It is also cultivated by local farmers around Thiruvaiyaru and Thanjavur. A fruit which cost Rs.8 last year is selling at Rs.12 this year. Slices of melons are being sold at fifty paise to one rupee. Soft drink companies have stepped up their advertisements and campaign with a view to do a maximum sale this summer. Shops selling fresh fruit juices are also doing good business. Cucumber is yet another sought after vegetable by people.
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