Toasting the success of the Indian armed forces in 'Operation Sindoor', stalls in Kolkata's fireworks markets are showcasing products resembling helicopters, drones and shells, evoking brisk sales ahead of Kali Puja and Diwali celebrations this year, traders said.

Manufacturers of Sivakasi in South India and Champahati and Nungi in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district have come up with their own varieties of fireworks with strategic naming and military designs, which, upon bursting, would illuminate the night sky, they said.

"Helicopter and drone-shaped firecrackers, shells resembling missiles, 'peacocks' projecting the three colours of the national flag in their plumes are the innovations this year and every customer is showing great interest in buying these products along with trad

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