Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 5 (ANI): The coconut market here has been hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, said traders on Saturday.

Speaking to ANI, a trader said, "Coconuts used to be in high demand at hotels, restaurants, and during festivals. But the demand and sale for coconuts have decreased due to pandemic and lockdown restrictions."

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"Our business has been badly hit. It has been reduced by 50 per cent," he added. (ANI)

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