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Hyderabad News: The fruit auction organized by the Yamani community in Barkas area of Hyderabad is a centuries -old tradition. Fruits like fig, guava, pomegranate etc. are auctioned. This is a cultural event which continues even today.
The playground of Barkas is the center of this auction where people from the Yemeni community gather. The fruit -filled baskets are placed on the ground and the auctioneler announces the start of the bid. People present in the crowd speak their price and the highest bidder gets a basket. This auction is not only a means of buying fruit but also a social and cultural event where people are similar.
Barkas is the Arab -dominated area of Hyderabad and the Yamani community is one of the oldest inhabitants in the city. This community came originally from Yemen and has been living a trade and community life here for more than 200 years. The tradition of fruit auction is related to their agriculture and business history.
Effect of time on tradition
According to local resident Saifullah, earlier this auction used to take place on a large scale, but now its scope has decreased due to low population of the Yemeni community. Despite this, the local people and some traders are cherished as a cultural heritage. Even today, this auction of Barkas is a special example of the diverse culture of Hyderabad. The fruit auction of Barkas is not just a commercial activity but a symbol of the shared heritage and cultural prosperity of Hyderabad. Over time, this tradition is gradually decreasing but still it remains a lively part of the folk art and history of the city.
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