Delhi Bandh: Over 900 Markets Shut As Traders Protest Pahalgam Attack

According to the CAIT, more than 8 lakh shops participated in the bandh, leading to an estimated trade loss of Rs 1,500 cr

- TDG NETWORK

Several of Delhi's busiest commercial hubs, including Connaught Place, Sadar Bazar and Chandni Chowk, were bereft of their usual hubbub on Friday as over 900 markets observed a 'Delhi Bandh' in protest against the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Shops across key sectors such as textiles, spices, utensils, and bullion remained shut.

Sadar Bazar, normally buzzing with shoppers, remained silent, with even vegetable and fruit vendors not turning up. Gandhinagar, home to Asia's largest wholesale readymade garment market, was also completely shut, according to a statement by its market association.

According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), more than 8 lakh shops across the capital participated in the bandh, leading to an estimated trade loss of around Rs 1,500 crore for the day.