Delhi markets to reopen on Sunday amid protests, traders urge vigilance and security
Delhi markets are reopening on Sunday amid fresh protest calls at Jantar Mantar, with traders urging tighter security as fears of festive season business losses grow.
Several markets in Delhi will reopen on Sunday, as traders urge heightened security and vigilance due to tensions following Saturday's crackdown and increased police presence. The decision comes after calls from the CJP and student groups for protests at Jantar Mantar on Sunday, heightening concerns over possible disruptions during the festival shopping season.
Atul Bhargava, head of the New Delhi Traders Association, issued a fresh advisory urging markets to reopen, while reminding them to maintain heightened vigilance and deploy personnel near entrances to prevent any rowdy behavior. Sanjiv Mehra, head of the Khan Market Traders Association, stated that Khan Market would remain fully open, having initially adopted a cautious approach on Saturday before allowing shops to reopen after a three-hour closure.
Ashok Kalra, general secretary of the Sarojini Nagar market, echoed this sentiment, stressing the potential financial impact of reduced footfall and calling for police support to maintain normalcy. Brijesh Goyal, head of the Chamber of Trade and Industries, noted that retail markets would remain partially open due to the uncertainty surrounding the protests, as the closure had caused significant disruption to various sectors, including retail, service, hospitality, transport, and tourism.
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