EXPLORING THE LOCAL MARKETS

Dwarka, nestled in the southwestern part of Delhi, is a sprawling sub-city that has evolved over the past two decades from a sleepy residential neighbourhood into a bustling urban hub. Nikunjika Kamra writes

- Nikunjika Kamra

Known for its wide roads, green spaces, and organised sectors, what truly adds flavour to Dwarka are its vibrant local markets. Hidden in plain sight between apartments and metro lines, these markets throb with life, colour, and character, offering a unique glimpse into the everyday rhythm of the city.

SECTOR 6 AND 10 MARKETSTHE HEARTBEAT OF DWARKA

At the heart of Dwarka lie the Sector 6 and Sector 10 markets, located right across from each other, separated only by a wide road and a consistent stream of foot traffic. These markets are the lifeline for thousands of residents, especially on weekends when the place transforms into a carnival of local culture.

The Sector 6 market is slightly more compact, yet every inch is utilised. Fruit vendors with overflowing carts, the clinking sound of bangles being tried on, children tugging at their parents for balloons or an extra helping of chaatthis market is a microcosm of Indian urban life. Here, you can find tailors with decades of experience, shops selling everything from pooja samagri to school uniforms, and elderly men seated at paan stalls, exchanging stories over cups of steaming chai.