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Indian Express
25-04-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Delhi: Over 900 city markets observe bandh against Pahalgam attack
Several of Delhi's busiest commercial hubs, including Connaught Place, Sadar Bazar and Chandni Chowk, wore a deserted look on Friday, as over 900 markets observed a 'Delhi Bandh' in protest against the terror attack in Pahalgam in Kashmir that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, on April 22. Shops across key sectors such as textiles, spices, utensils, and bullion remained shut. The bandh was called by the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI), which had earlier held a candle march in Connaught Place to condemn the attack. 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. 'More than 900 wholesale and retail markets in Delhi remained closed, with traders standing united in solidarity against terrorism and in full support of the decisive steps being taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi,' CAIT said in a statement. Commercial activity in the city came to a complete standstill as traders in various markets organised tributes, silent marches, and candlelight vigils to pay homage to the victims. Praveen Khandelwal, Chandni Chowk MP and Secretary General of CAIT, held a solidarity march from Ghantaghar to Red Fort, organised by the Delhi Hindustani Mercantile Association. Many protesters wore black ribbons and carried posters that read 'Delhi Bandh'. 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 issued by its market association. Connaught Place, one of Delhi's most coveted markets, remained closed. So was Mukherjee Nagar, a major hub for coaching centres. The usually vibrant streets of Chandni Chowk, Janpath, and Sarojini Nagar had no teenagers thronging them. Paramjeet Singh Pamma, Chairperson of the Federation of Sadar Bazar, said, 'By shutting our shops today, we are urging the Prime Minister to ensure that justice is delivered to the victims and their families.'
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi Bandh: Over 900 markets shut as traders protest against Pahalgam terror attack
NEW DELHI: Major shopping centres in Delhi, including Connaught Place , Sadar Bazar and Chandni Chowk , along with over 900 other markets, remained closed on Friday as traders participated in a ' Delhi Bandh ' to protest the Pahalgam terror attack . Various trade groups representing textiles, spices, utensils and bullion sectors suspended their operations. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) reported that more than 8 lakh shops in Delhi participated in the closure, leading to an estimated trade loss of Rs 1,500 crore for the day. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi 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 View Deals Undo The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) announced the bandh on Thursday. They had previously organised a candle march in Connaught Place to show support for the attack victims, which claimed 26 lives, predominantly tourists. "This is not just a protest; it is a collective stand against terrorism. We are all united in this fight and are observing the bandh in memory of those who lost their lives in Pahalgam," Brijesh Goyal, Chairperson of the CTI, said on Friday. Goyal urged the government to terminate commercial relations with Pakistan and implement a ban on Pakistani products in India. A representative from the Sadar Bazar traders' association noted that the typically crowded market was empty, with even vegetable and fruit sellers absent from their usual spots. The Gandhinagar market, recognised as Asia's largest wholesale readymade garment centre, also observed complete closure, according to the market association's statement. "The shutdown is being held to demand justice for the tourists killed in the attack and to stand united against terrorism," it said. The Pahalgam incident on Tuesday marked the most severe attack in Jammu and Kashmir since the 2019 Pulwama event.
NDTV
25-04-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Delhi Markets Shut Down In Protest Of Pahalgam Attack
New Delhi: Delhi markets will remain closed on Friday as traders call for a "Delhi Bandh" in protest against the gruesome terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Protests have been taking place across the entire country as citizens condemn the attack. BJP Yuva Morcha held a protest in Bhubaneswar on Thursday evening against the terror attack. Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal, who was also present during the protest, condemned the incident, saying that the government is determined to eliminate terrorism in all forms. In Anantnag, students of the Government Degree College for Women marched through the town and condemned the attack. A participating student stated, "We strongly condemn this terrible act. We just want to say that terrorism doesn't have a particular religion, and we, as common Kashmiris, stand for peace and will always stand for peace. We strongly condemn the attack. We are very sorry for this, and this doesn't represent Kashmir. This doesn't represent us."In Chandigarh, people gathered to protest against the incident, holding placards and calling for justice. In Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, a candlelight march was organised to honour the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. In Delhi, members of the Khan Market Trade Association held a similar march, with candles lit in memory of the deceased. In Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, BJP leaders and workers participated in a candlelight march. BJP MP and state party president VD Sharma also attended. He said, "Today the whole of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh and the country have come out on the streets against terrorism... Not a single terrorist will be spared. Today we are moving forward with the resolution that we will end this type of terrorism in the country..." The attack, which targeted tourists in the Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam, claimed the lives of 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen, leaving several others injured. It is considered one of the deadliest terror attacks in the region since the 2019 Pulwama bombing, in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed, and among the most severe since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019.
