Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 7 (ANI): The prices of banana leaves have gone up in the local market because of heavy demand on account of Ganesh Chaturthi and Subha Muhurtham, the auspicious day when weddings and ceremonies are held with pomp and gaiety. Banana farming is important in Thoothukudi, and both banana and its leaves are transported in large quantities to the district and various other parts of Tamil Nadu for sale. With the Ganesha Chaturthi and Subha Muhurtham celebrations on Saturday, banana leaves have been auctioned in large quantities. Banana farmers from various …