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Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Rajasthan fruit sellers boycott Turkish apples
Jaipur: The fruit traders in Rajasthan's Alwar, Ajmer and Jaipur on Saturday announced boycott of apple imports from Turkey, following its support to Pakistan against India during Operation Sindoor. This comes amid growing call from traders across the country for banning imports from Turkey after its support for Pakistan in the wake of India-Pakistan tensions. In Rajasthan, too, traders have joined the boycott call even though the sale of Turkish apples is minimal in the state. Govind Chelani, president of the Jaipur Fruit Mandi Union said, 'We will boycott Turkish apples. For us our country comes before our business. We are selling apples from Himachal and Kashmir.' He said Turkish apples are not relished in the state and there are only a few sellers in mandis of Jaipur, Alwar, Ajmer, Udaipur and Jodhpur. In Alwar, the Alwar Fruit Mandi Union held a meeting a couple of days ago and decided not to sell apples from Turkey, said Pappu Saini, patron of the Alwar Phal Sabji Mandi Aadati Union. 'We get Turkish apples from Delhi and between March to May, around 15 tonnes of apples are imported in Rajasthan. But this time, all fruit traders have been asked not to sell apples from Turkey because of its support to Pakistan. For us, our country comes before our business,' he said. Saini said apples from other countries such as South Africa, US, Fiji, Himachal and Kashmir are still available with traders. Earlier, marble importers in Rajasthan, too, had called for a ban on Turkish imports. Marble traders in Udaipur, one of Asia's largest markets, suspended imports from Turkey Kapil Surana, president of Udaipur marble processors association, said 70% marble imports to India come from Turkey. 'After the call for a boycott, business worth ₹3,000 crore has been impacted,' he said.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
'It's a message': Alwar fruit traders drop Turkish apples over amid nationwide boycott over Turkey's pro-Pakistan stand
Representative image NEW DELHI: Traders in Rajasthan have joined the growing nationwide boycott of Turkish products, with Turkish apples being pulled from shelves in Alwar fruit markets. The move comes in response to Turkiye's (commonly called Turkey) support for Pakistan during India's recent military operations against terror camps under ' Operation Sindoor '. Earlier, marble traders in Ajmer had announced they would stop importing Turkish stones, aligning with the broader economic pushback against Turkiye. Tensions have escalated as Pakistan reportedly deployed Turkish drones during the military engagement with India. In reaction, the Alwar Fruit Mandi Union has enforced a complete suspension of Turkish apple sales, citing strong public sentiment and a desire to economically counter Turkiye's stance. 'More than 15 tonnes of Turkish apples arrive in Rajasthan daily between March and June,' said Saurabh Kalra, General Secretary of the Fruit Mandi Union, as quoted by PTI. 'Due to Turkiye's stand against India, we've decided to stop selling them. This is not just a market decision, it's a message.' From Friday, shops will display posters reading 'Boycott of Turkish apples,' and an awareness campaign will be launched to prevent any further sales. Kalra added, 'If any trader is found selling them, it will be treated as an act against national interest.' Union secretary Pankaj Saini confirmed that apples from Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and South Africa would replace Turkish imports. 'We have enough stock in cold storages to meet consumer demand,' he assured. The traders' association also urged Indians to avoid Turkiye as a travel destination. 'Indians should choose other destinations. If Turkiye stands with Pakistan, we will respond economically,' said Saini. Similar boycotts have been observed in fruit markets across Delhi and Mumbai. Turkiye exports goods worth over Rs 1,200 crore annually to India, with fruit, especially apples, constituting a significant share. In addition to trade, calls for a complete boycott of travel to Turkiye and Azerbaijan have gained momentum. Leading travel platforms including EaseMyTrip and Ixigo have issued advisories discouraging travel to both nations. MakeMyTrip has also discontinued all promotional offers related to Turkiye and Azerbaijan. Also read: India's trade relations with Turkey, Azerbaijan and how it may be affected after Pakistan conflict- an explainer Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
