Ranchi, Feb. 27 -- The capital city of Jharkhand has been immersed in festive fervour as markets across Ranchi witness vibrant preparations ahead of Holi.

Shops in Upper Bazar are adorned with colourful packets of gulal, abir and an array of pichkaris, drawing large crowds of eager buyers.

Traders have stocked items sourced from Delhi, Kolkata and Chas, while a range of Chinese-made Holi accessories is also available. From children to adults, customers are exploring diverse designs of water guns that have become the highlight of the market. Electric and musical pichkaris, guitar models, car guns, sass tanks, pop pichkaris, fairy-themed designs and pressure guns are witnessing brisk sales.

Cartoon-themed pichkaris are priced between Rs 50...