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Tourists from city now shun Turkiye, Azerbaijan

Bhopal: Public anger against Turkiye for its continued support to Pakistan during Indian Armed Forces 'Operation Sindoor' has spilled over to the travel and tourism industry, besides the trade between the two nations. After temporary cessation of hostilities, Bhopal's travel industry has also gone nationalistic and witnessed a steady decline in Turkiye-bound travellers. Families who had previously planned to visit Turkish cities such as Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Antalya are now seeking different holiday destinations. Travel operators across Bhopal reported numerous cancellations of pre-arranged holiday packages, including travel and accommodation bookings. This shift has impacted scheduled group excursions and educational visits."Tour organisations have begun promoting alternative holiday spots including Greece, Egypt, and the UAE to meet clients' changing requirements," said a representative of Vasundhara Travels. Tourism sector professionals note that the impact extends beyond holiday travel, affecting scheduled business meetings and corporate gatherings in Turkiye. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo Bhopal's smaller travel agencies are adjusting their service offerings and promotional approaches to address this unexpected shift in customer preferences. Meanwhile the boycott's influence has spread beyond tourism, affecting broader Turkish trade relations in Bhopal. Shops carrying Turkish goods have reported reduced sales, necessitating stock adjustments and revised purchasing plans. Bhopal's business leaders and trade associations are evaluating the boycott's effects on local trade and international connections. Trade organisations are investigating partnerships with different nations to ensure business operations continue smoothly. A boycott initiative targets Turkiye and Azerbaijan for their support of Pakistan and arming the nation with drones and weapons to be used against India. "Bhopal has now started a boycott of the countries that openly support Pakistan. A campaign is also being run on social media regarding this. And Bhopal Chamber of Commerce and Industries has appealed for a complete ban on Turkiye," said Tejkulpal Singh Pali, president, Bhopal Chamber of Commerce and Industries.