You can walk down 'London Bridge' at shopping fete

This summer, residents of Chennai can take a stroll on the “London Bridge”. A huge replica of the bridge greets the visitors to the ‘London Shopping Festival' which opened in the city on Friday. Information Minister Parithi Ellamvazhuthi inaugurated the consumer exhibition organised by the National Consumer Fair at St. George's School on Poonamallee High Road.

With over 300 stalls, the exhibition offers a wide array of products under one roof. From automobiles, furniture, electronics to fitness equipment, kitchen products, visitors could pick their choice from various leading brands showcased.

People could also purchase their dream house and paint them with their favourite colours as there are stalls put by real estate and paint companies. There is something for children too. Many stalls feature products for fun learning, educational CDs, toys and books. Food and beauty products are also on display.

Gautam Agarwal, Managing Director of National Consumer Fair, said the stalls are spread over 80,000 sq.ft. area. The aqua show and cookery contest adds to the entertainment quotient.

“Discount up to 50 per cent is offered on products. Visitors also have the option of paying through monthly instalments on some products. We expect nearly 3 lakh people to visit the 17-day exhibition,” he said. The exhibition will be open till May 16 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. on weekends.