Fruit stalls give respite to people from summer heat
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, June 14 2025: As the scorching summer heat intensifies, fruit stalls along the eastern side of DM College, spanning from North AOC to Chingmeirong, have become a popular spot for people to cool down and refresh themselves.

Over 22 fruit stalls now operate in the area, offering a wide variety of seasonal fruits.

Athokpam Seema, a 39-year-old fruit vendor from Thangmeiband Yumnam Leikai, has been running her stall for two years.

Speaking to The Sangai Express, Seema said that fruit stalls have emerged as a popular destination for those seeking relief from the summer heat, adding, "People come here to escape the heat and enjoy fresh fruits." Seema's stall offers a range of fruits, including apples, dragon fruits, grapes, watermelons, lemons, and mangoes.

She also prepares a fruit salad, combining various fruits, which is priced at Rs 50 per serving.

Apart from selling seasonal fruits Seema said she also offers a refreshing fruit salad made with a mix of fruits, banana juice (Rs 30), mango juice (Rs 50), pineapple juice (Rs 50) and lemon juice (Rs 30) .

Saying that her daily sales range from Rs 7,000 to Rs 8,000, she added that she procure her fresh produce from wholesalers and fruit growers to stock her stall.

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