 Monda
market is one of the biggest vegetable markets
in the twin cities. Known as the buyer's paradise,
Monda market (Hissamganj market) is an ever-bustling
center for fresh vegetables and fruits in Secunderabad.
Located about half a kilometer from the Secunderabad Railway
Station and a few yards away from the Gandhi hospital,
Monda market was established more than 100 years ago primarily
to cater to the needs of the British military regiments.
It gradually developed into one of the biggest markets
in the twin cities dealing with wholesale and retail sale
of vegetables and grains. Along the market road, on either
side, petty vendors eke out a living by selling vibrant
flowers, fruits, toys, bangles and other fancy items.
 It
is an everyday fair at this busy mart as the place echoes
with the throaty calls of the vendors while the customers
crouch under the weight of their loaded bags. Shopping
in the market is quite an experience to any buyer, as
one often has to fight for room in the narrow lanes with
cows and goats. "Shopping should be made easy
here. For this, Government has to take some steps and
see that cows do not enter the market," says
Mrs. Sukheshini of Marredpally. But when it comes
to cleanliness, the market has certainly shown some improvement
over the years. "The market was in a bad condition
with rotten vegetables and fruits strewn all around the
place. But thanks to the Exnora Tricycle now the market
wears a clean look, " says Mr. Mohan Rao, a
fruit vendor in Monda market.
 People
can find different items like diary products, groceries
and household articles for the most affordable price in
and around the market. But one should remember that bargaining
is a must in the market- a safe margin to ask for is 10-15%
off the stated price. " There is a wide bargaining
scope available here and all housewives love to shop at
this place," says Mrs. Rama Shiva Prasad of
Secunderabad. Although, Raithu Bazaars (Former's
markets), super markets, weekly bazaars (santha)
are ubiquitous now, people from all corners of the twin
cities and also from the nearby villages surely visit
the Monda market atleast once in a week. "Buying in
Monda market has become a hobby for me. I make sure that
I visit this place every week, " says Sumitra,
a house wife from Bollaram.
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