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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
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Turkish apples off the shelves in Alwar's fruit markets as traders join Turkiye boycott call
Turkish apples are off the shelves in Alwar's fruit markets as traders in Rajasthan joined the chorus to boycott products from Turkiye after it backed Pakistan during India's military strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country. Earlier, marble traders in Ajmer had refused to import stones from Turkiye. The nationwide boycott call against Turkish products and travel to that country came against the backdrop of Turkiye's backing for Pakistan and its condemnation of India's recent strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under 'Operation Sindoor'. Pakistan had also used Turkish drones on a large scale in the military conflict with India. The Fruit Mandi Union in Alwar has declared a complete halt on the sale of apples imported from Turkiye. Traders said the decision reflects public sentiment and is aimed at hurting Turkiye's economic interests. "More than 15 tonnes of Turkish apples arrive in Rajasthan every day between March and June," said Saurabh Kalra, General Secretary of the Fruit Mandi Union. Live Events He said "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." Posters calling for a 'Boycott of Turkish apples' will be put up in shops starting Friday. An awareness drive will also be launched to ensure no Turkish apples are sold in the market. "If any trader is found selling them, it will be treated as an act against national interest," Kalra added. Pankaj Saini, Secretary of the Union, said that alternative apple sources like Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and South Africa are ready to fill the gap. "We have enough stock in cold storages to meet consumer demand," he assured. Traders have also appealed to the public to avoid tourism in Turkiye. "Indians should choose other destinations. If Turkiye stands with Pakistan, we will respond economically," said Saini. The move follows similar boycotts reported in fruit markets of Delhi and Mumbai as well.
New Indian Express
16-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Turkish apples off the shelves in Alwar's fruit markets as traders join Turkiye boycott call
JAIPUR: Turkish apples are off the shelves in Alwar's fruit markets as traders in Rajasthan joined the chorus to boycott products from Turkiye after it backed Pakistan during India's military strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country. Earlier, marble traders in Ajmer had refused to import stones from Turkiye. The nationwide boycott call against Turkish products and travel to that country came against the backdrop of Turkiye's backing for Pakistan and its condemnation of India's recent strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under 'Operation Sindoor'. Pakistan had also used Turkish drones on a large scale in the military conflict with India. The Fruit Mandi Union in Alwar has declared a complete halt on the sale of apples imported from Turkiye. Traders said the decision reflects public sentiment and is aimed at hurting Turkiye's economic interests. "More than 15 tonnes of Turkish apples arrive in Rajasthan every day between March and June," said Saurabh Kalra, General Secretary of the Fruit Mandi Union. He said "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." Posters calling for a 'Boycott of Turkish apples' will be put up in shops starting Friday.
