Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has said that sales of Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and Rs 65,000 crore in services have been registered&nbsp;during the festive season this year. This is the country's highest-ever Diwali season turnover.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to the industry body, this year's sales witnessed a massive 25 per cent increase against 2024's figure of Rs 4.25 lakh crore.&nbsp;CAIT Research &amp; Trade Development Society carried out a pan-India survey across 60 major distribution centers representing Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities between Navratri (September 29) and Diwali (October 20). The research studied points like sales performance, consumer sentiment, and the economic influence of GST rationalization.&nbsp;An uptick in consumer demand was expected as the government eliminated the 12 per cent and 28 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) and placed most of the items in the categories into the 5 per cent and 18 per cent slabs. The move was aimed at boosting consumer&nbsp;demand by leaving more money in the hands of the masses for discretionary spending.<h2>What CAIT said in its report</h2>CAIT, in its report, credited two factors for the bumper sales – GST rationalization and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Vocal for Local campaign.&nbsp;The survey described PM Modi as a "brand ambassador" for GST relief and Swadeshi products, noting that his appeal for buying Indian goods resonated widely among both traders and consumers.&nbsp;The report found that nearly 87 per cent of those surveyed said they preferred Indian-made goods over imported ones.&nbsp;The sales of Indian manufacturers rose 25 per cent compared to last year. This signals that consumers are moving towards the government's goal of a self-reliant India.&nbsp;Gold and jewelry contributed around 10 per cent to overall sales, followed by grocery and FMCG (12 per cent), electronics and electricals (8 per cent), and consumer durables (7 per cent).

Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has said that sales of Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and Rs 65,000 crore in services have been registered during the festive season this year.

Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has said that sales of Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and Rs 65,000 crore in services have been registered during the festive season this year. This is the country's highest-ever Diwali season turnover. According to the industry body, this year's sales witnessed a massive 25 per cent increase against 2024's figure of Rs 4.25 lakh crore. CAIT Research & Trade Development Society carried out a pan-India survey across 60 major distribution centers representing Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities between Navratri (September 29) and Diwali (October 20). The research studied points like sales performance, consumer sentiment, and the economic influence of GST rationalization. An uptick in consumer demand was expected as the government eliminated the 12 per cent and 28 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) and placed most of the items in the categories into the 5 per cent and 18 per cent slabs. The move was aimed at boosting consumer demand by leaving more money in the hands of the masses for discretionary spending. What CAIT said in its report CAIT, in its report, credited two factors for the bumper sales – GST rationalization and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Vocal for Local campaign. The survey described PM Modi as a "brand ambassador" for GST relief and Swadeshi products, noting that his appeal for buying Indian goods resonated widely among both traders and consumers. The report found that nearly 87 per cent of those surveyed said they preferred Indian-made goods over imported ones. The sales of Indian manufacturers rose 25 per cent compared to last year. This signals that consumers are moving towards the government's goal of a self-reliant India. Gold and jewelry contributed around 10 per cent to overall sales, followed by grocery and FMCG (12 per cent), electronics and electricals (8 per cent), and consumer durables (7 per cent).

Diwali 2025: CAIT Research &amp; Trade Development Society carried out a pan-India survey across 60 major distribution centers representing Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities between Navratri (September 29) and Diwali (October 20).&nbsp;

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Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has welcomed the move of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chinese-sponsors-vivo-likely-to-make-ipl-exit-as-panic-grips-bcci-report-318112">Chinese mobile giant Vivo pulling out as title sponsors of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a>. Praveen Khandelwal, secretary-general of CAIT, on Tuesday said the pressure applied against the Chinese mobile manufacturer by CAIT has forced them to pull of the cash-rich T20 tournament.

As per reports, Vivo has decided to pull out of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/ipl?page=1">IPL 2020</a> as title sponsor due to political tensions between India and China. The negative trend on social media following the announcement of IPL 2020 dates also played a crucial role in Vivo pulling it out of the deal. However, the Chinese mobile giant has told the BCCI that it would be open to coming back in next edition of IPL, in 2021, in a bid to honour the contract which runs until 2023.

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Chinese mobile manufacturer Vivo pays the BCCI a whopping Rs 440 crore annually for a five-year-deal which they sealed in 2017 after successfully bidding a mind-boggling Rs 2,199 crores in 2017. It is also being reported that Vivo was looking for a pay-cut for the 13th edition of IPL but the BCCI didn’t agree to it.&nbsp;

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Now as things stand, BCCI is set to have a new title sponsor for IPL 2020, which is scheduled to be hosted by the UAE from September 19 to November 10.

Whereas, Khandelwal has also urged the BCCI to sever ties with all Chinese companies associated with the IPL or BCCI. Other companies involved in the IPL with Chinese links are Paytm, Swiggy, Dream11. Even franchises have attracted Chinese sponsorship.

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The Indian government has already banned 59 Chinese mobile applications after 20 Indian soldiers were killed in the Galwan Valley clash on June 15. The incident was the biggest confrontation between the two militaries since 1967. 
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Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has welcomed the move of Chinese mobile giant Vivo pulling out as title sponsors of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. Praveen Khandelwal, secretary-general of CAIT, on Tuesday said the pressure applied against the Chinese mobile manufacturer by CAIT has forced them to pull of the cash-rich T20 tournament.

Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has welcomed the move of Chinese mobile giant Vivo pulling out as title sponsors of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. Praveen Khandelwal, secretary-general of CAIT, on Tuesday said the pressure applied against the Chinese mobile manufacturer by CAIT has forced them to pull of the cash-rich T20 tournament. As per reports, Vivo has decided to pull out of the IPL 2020 as title sponsor due to political tensions between India and China. The negative trend on social media following the announcement of IPL 2020 dates also played a crucial role in Vivo pulling it out of the deal. However, the Chinese mobile giant has told the BCCI that it would be open to coming back in next edition of IPL, in 2021, in a bid to honour the contract which runs until 2023. Succumbing to the pressure applied by @CAITIndia over the last two days & a strong #boycottChina sentiment built over the last 45 days, Chinese telecom giant Vivo has decided to pull out as title sponsor for #IPL2020. This is a great victory for all citizens.Byte of @praveendel🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/PMNbl9LEXZ — Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) (@CAITIndia) August 4, 2020 × Chinese mobile manufacturer Vivo pays the BCCI a whopping Rs 440 crore annually for a five-year-deal which they sealed in 2017 after successfully bidding a mind-boggling Rs 2,199 crores in 2017. It is also being reported that Vivo was looking for a pay-cut for the 13th edition of IPL but the BCCI didn’t agree to it. ALSO READ: IPL's million-dollar Chinese connection Now as things stand, BCCI is set to have a new title sponsor for IPL 2020, which is scheduled to be hosted by the UAE from September 19 to November 10. Whereas, Khandelwal has also urged the BCCI to sever ties with all Chinese companies associated with the IPL or BCCI. Other companies involved in the IPL with Chinese links are Paytm, Swiggy, Dream11. Even franchises have attracted Chinese sponsorship. ALSO READ: Chinese sponsors Vivo likely to make IPL exit as panic grips BCCI: Report The Indian government has already banned 59 Chinese mobile applications after 20 Indian soldiers were killed in the Galwan Valley clash on June 15. The incident was the biggest confrontation between the two militaries since 1967.

IPL 2020: Confederation of All India Traders welcomes VIVO withdrawal as title sponsor

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos who is in India for an annual Amazon event yesterday visited the Mahatma Gandhi memorial in New Delhi. Also read: 'E-commerce firms shouldn't offer heavy discounts' — Antitrust chief says ahead Amazon CEO Bezos' visit Bezos posted a video where he can be seen in a white kurta and an orange half-jacket, carrying a colourful wreath of flowers on the lawns of the memorial at Raj Ghat.

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos who is in India for an annual Amazon event yesterday visited the Mahatma Gandhi memorial in New Delhi. Also read: 'E-commerce firms shouldn't offer heavy discounts' — Antitrust chief says ahead Amazon CEO Bezos' visit Bezos posted a video where he can be seen in a white kurta and an orange half-jacket, carrying a colourful wreath of flowers on the lawns of the memorial at Raj Ghat. Just landed in India and spent a beautiful afternoon paying my respects to someone who truly changed the world. “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever." - Mahatma Gandhi. pic.twitter.com/xDXAT9cBgf — Jeff Bezos (@JeffBezos) January 14, 2020 × The e-retailer giant's chief executive's visit to India comes at a time when the country's anti-trust body competition commission of India is looking into alleged unfair practices by Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart. Bezos will appear on stage at Amazon’s Smbhav event for a fireside chat alongside Amit Agarwal, who heads amazon’s India operations. According to the sources, Bezos has also sought meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other government officials. Meanwhile, a complaint by the Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh, whose members include thousands of traders dealing in smartphones and related accessories. Have accused amazon of anti-competitive practices like preferential listing, exclusive tie-ups and private labels. The traders have said they will hold a massive protest during Bezos' visit to India. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), an organisation representing 70 million physical retailers, said it will dissent across 300 cities during Bezos' stay in the nation. CAIT has since 2015 pursued a fight against online retailers Amazon and Walmart-controlled Flipkart, blaming them for profound limits and spurning India's foreign investment rules. Both the retail conglomerates have denied the claims.

Jeff Bezos' India visit: Amazon CEO pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, to address  'Smbhav'

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon.com Inc who is New Delhi on his India visit said on Wednesday that his company will export $10 billion worth of Make in India goods by 2025.

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Bezos was addressing the Smbhav summit, an Amazon India gathering for small and medium businesses, where he announced Amazon will invest a fresh $1 billion to help bring such companies online and promised to export a total of $10 billion of made-in-India goods by 2025.

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Calling India a special country Bezos said that 21st century belongs to India. &nbsp; 
 
"India is full of Dynamism and energy. India has something special. This century will be an Indian century. In this century, there will be an alliance between the US and India," he said at the event.

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The announcement is important as the online retailer is facing protests by small and medium businesses that have accused Amazon of unfair trade practices.

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Yesterday, Bezos visited the Mahatma Gandhi memorial in New Delhi.

Bezos posted a video where he can be seen in a white kurta and an orange half-jacket, carrying a colourful wreath of flowers on the lawns of the memorial at Raj Ghat.

Meanwhile, a complaint by the Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh, whose members include thousands of traders dealing in smartphones and related accessories. Have accused amazon of anti-competitive practices like preferential listing, exclusive tie-ups and private labels. 
The traders have said they will hold a massive protest during Bezos' visit to India.

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The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), an organisation representing 70 million physical retailers, said it will dissent across 300 cities during Bezos' stay in the nation.&nbsp;

CAIT has since 2015 pursued a fight against online retailers Amazon and Walmart-controlled Flipkart, blaming them for profound limits and spurning India's foreign investment rules.

Both the retail conglomerates have denied the claims.

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon.com Inc who is New Delhi on his India visit said on Wednesday that his company will export $10 billion worth of Make in India goods by 2025.

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon.com Inc who is New Delhi on his India visit said on Wednesday that his company will export $10 billion worth of Make in India goods by 2025. Also read: Jeff Bezos' India visit — Amazon CEO pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, to address 'Smbhav' Bezos was addressing the Smbhav summit, an Amazon India gathering for small and medium businesses, where he announced Amazon will invest a fresh $1 billion to help bring such companies online and promised to export a total of $10 billion of made-in-India goods by 2025. Also read: 'E-commerce firms shouldn't offer heavy discounts' — Antitrust chief says ahead Amazon CEO Bezos' visit Calling India a special country Bezos said that 21st century belongs to India. "India is full of Dynamism and energy. India has something special. This century will be an Indian century. In this century, there will be an alliance between the US and India," he said at the event. The announcement is important as the online retailer is facing protests by small and medium businesses that have accused Amazon of unfair trade practices. Yesterday, Bezos visited the Mahatma Gandhi memorial in New Delhi. Bezos posted a video where he can be seen in a white kurta and an orange half-jacket, carrying a colourful wreath of flowers on the lawns of the memorial at Raj Ghat. Meanwhile, a complaint by the Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh, whose members include thousands of traders dealing in smartphones and related accessories. Have accused amazon of anti-competitive practices like preferential listing, exclusive tie-ups and private labels. The traders have said they will hold a massive protest during Bezos' visit to India. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), an organisation representing 70 million physical retailers, said it will dissent across 300 cities during Bezos' stay in the nation. CAIT has since 2015 pursued a fight against online retailers Amazon and Walmart-controlled Flipkart, blaming them for profound limits and spurning India's foreign investment rules. Both the retail conglomerates have denied the claims.

Will export $10 billion 'Make in India' products by 2025, says Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos

Thousands of small-scale traders in India are planning to organise protests against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/india-to-tweak-proposed-content-regulations-to-ease-burden-on-some-sources-272997">Amazon.com</a> Inc founder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/worlds-richest-get-richer-adding-12-trillion-to-their-combined-wealth-271083">Jeff Bezos</a>, who will visit the country next week for a company event and potential meetings with government officials.

Bezos will participate in an Amazon event in capital New Delhi aimed at connecting with small and medium-sized enterprises, three sources told reporters.

He has also sought meetings with the prime minister and other government officials, with conversations expected to centre around e-commerce, one of the sources familiar with the matter said.

Details of Bezos' visit, including his arrival date and the duration of his stay, are not known.

Amazon did not respond to a request to confirm the visit. The prime minister's office also did not respond to requests for comment.

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/finance-minister-nirmala-sitharaman-holds-meeting-on-gst-simplification-in-delhi-262629">Confederation of All India Traders</a> (CAIT), a group representing roughly 70 million brick-and-mortar retailers, said it will protest across 300 cities during Bezos' stay in the country.

CAIT has since 2015 waged a battle against online retailers Amazon and Walmart-controlled <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/start-up-revolution-new-age-billionaires-leaving-boardrooms-to-focus-on-new-business-270238">Flipkart</a>, accusing them of deep discounts and flouting India's foreign investment rules.

Both e-tailers have denied the allegations.

Amazon has previously said its platform provides business opportunities to thousands of small sellers, artisans, weavers and women entrepreneurs. But CAIT is not convinced.

"We plan to organise peaceful rallies against Jeff Bezos in all major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata as well as smaller towns and cities," <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/india-looks-into-flipkart-amazon-festive-discounts-after-retailer-complaints-256043">Praveen Khandelwal</a>, the group's secretary-general told reporters.

"We expect to mobilise at least 100,000 traders in the protests."

With its 1.3 billion population and the world's second-biggest smartphone user base that relies on cheap data for social media and online shopping, India is a key market for US&nbsp;retailers Amazon and Walmart to grow their business.

Discounts on their platforms have helped lure Indians to shop online for everything from groceries to large electronic devices, a phenomenon which traders say has unfairly hurt their business.

New Delhi introduced rules last year to protect nearly 130 million people dependent on small-scale retail, a key voter base, by deterring large online discounts.

The rules forced e-commerce firms to change their business structures, drawing criticism from the United States and straining the two countries' trade ties.

The federal commerce ministry is reviewing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/flipkart-amazon-others-rush-to-pull-vaping-devices-after-india-ban-250626">complaints</a> and evidence filed by CAIT against Flipkart and Amazon, reporters&nbsp;reported previously.

Thousands of small-scale traders in India are planning to organise protests against Amazon.com Inc founder Jeff Bezos, who will visit the country next week for a company event and potential meetings with government officials.

Thousands of small-scale traders in India are planning to organise protests against Amazon.com Inc founder Jeff Bezos, who will visit the country next week for a company event and potential meetings with government officials. Bezos will participate in an Amazon event in capital New Delhi aimed at connecting with small and medium-sized enterprises, three sources told reporters. He has also sought meetings with the prime minister and other government officials, with conversations expected to centre around e-commerce, one of the sources familiar with the matter said. Details of Bezos' visit, including his arrival date and the duration of his stay, are not known. Amazon did not respond to a request to confirm the visit. The prime minister's office also did not respond to requests for comment. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), a group representing roughly 70 million brick-and-mortar retailers, said it will protest across 300 cities during Bezos' stay in the country. CAIT has since 2015 waged a battle against online retailers Amazon and Walmart-controlled Flipkart, accusing them of deep discounts and flouting India's foreign investment rules. Both e-tailers have denied the allegations. Amazon has previously said its platform provides business opportunities to thousands of small sellers, artisans, weavers and women entrepreneurs. But CAIT is not convinced. "We plan to organise peaceful rallies against Jeff Bezos in all major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata as well as smaller towns and cities," Praveen Khandelwal, the group's secretary-general told reporters. "We expect to mobilise at least 100,000 traders in the protests." With its 1.3 billion population and the world's second-biggest smartphone user base that relies on cheap data for social media and online shopping, India is a key market for US retailers Amazon and Walmart to grow their business. Discounts on their platforms have helped lure Indians to shop online for everything from groceries to large electronic devices, a phenomenon which traders say has unfairly hurt their business. New Delhi introduced rules last year to protect nearly 130 million people dependent on small-scale retail, a key voter base, by deterring large online discounts. The rules forced e-commerce firms to change their business structures, drawing criticism from the United States and straining the two countries' trade ties. The federal commerce ministry is reviewing complaints and evidence filed by CAIT against Flipkart and Amazon, reporters reported previously.

Amazon boss Jeff Bezos to face 'protests' from traders during India trip

Traders in Delhi will observe a 48-hour bandh on February 2-3 to protest against the ongoing sealing drive, said Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT).

The traders are also demanding the Centre to bring a legislation in forthcoming session of Parliament to protect trade and traders of Delhi, the association said in a statement.

Traders from across the country will also join them to demonstrate their solidarity with the Delhi traders, it added.

&quot;The manner in which sealing is being held without giving any notice or opportunity of hearing and in a dictatorial manner without assigning any reason and keeping aside the basic fundamental provisions of Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957,&quot; said CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal.

During the bandh, all wholesale and retail markets of Delhi will be closed.&nbsp;

Traders from across the country will also join them to demonstrate their solidarity with the traders in Delhi

Traders in Delhi will observe a 48-hour bandh on February 2-3 to protest against the ongoing sealing drive, said Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT). The traders are also demanding the Centre to bring a legislation in forthcoming session of Parliament to protect trade and traders of Delhi, the association said in a statement. Traders from across the country will also join them to demonstrate their solidarity with the Delhi traders, it added. "The manner in which sealing is being held without giving any notice or opportunity of hearing and in a dictatorial manner without assigning any reason and keeping aside the basic fundamental provisions of Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957," said CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal. During the bandh, all wholesale and retail markets of Delhi will be closed.

Delhi Traders to observe 48-hour bandh on February 2-3

Markets across the Delhi are to remain closed due to the bandh called by the Confederation of All India Traders in protest against the ongoing sealing drive by the municipal corporation of Delhi.

According to reports traders in Khan Market, Greater Kailash 1 and 2, South Extension, Defence colony Connaught place, Karol Bagh, Kamla Nagar, Laxmi Nagar, Krishna Nagar, Rajouri Garden, Chandni Chowk, Sarojini Nagar have said that they will not open their shops.

The traders are also protesting in various parts of the national capital.

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A mass protest has&nbsp;been called at 12 pm at Hauz Qazi in central Delhi.

The shopkeepers and traders have alleged that the shops are being sealed without any prior notice, and even after accepting conversion charges. Traders demanded protection from sealing by bringing a specific law.

MCD has conducted a sealing drive in Delhi against unauthorised shops in Delhi.

Earlier this month about 13 <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/ndmc-continues-its-sealing-drive-in-khan-market-on-tuesday-28982">outlets were sealed in Khan Market</a> including cafeterias, restaurants, bars and other stores.

The sealing drive was also conducted in <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-khan-market-ndmc-conducts-sealing-drive-in-lodhi-colony-29113">Lodhi colony&#39;s Meharchand Market </a>on January 10.

Restaurants like Khan Chacha and Smokey&#39;s Grill were sealed. Geetanjali Salon, Javed Habib&#39;s, Affinity Salon, Ayena Skin Clinic and Amrapali Jewellery store were also among those sealed.

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) Master Plan 2021 states that any proprietor who uses a property for mixed purposes must pay a one-time conversion charge at the rate notified by the government.&nbsp;

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A mass protest has been called at 12 pm at Hauz Qazi in central Delhi.

Markets across the Delhi are to remain closed due to the bandh called by the Confederation of All India Traders in protest against the ongoing sealing drive by the municipal corporation of Delhi. According to reports traders in Khan Market, Greater Kailash 1 and 2, South Extension, Defence colony Connaught place, Karol Bagh, Kamla Nagar, Laxmi Nagar, Krishna Nagar, Rajouri Garden, Chandni Chowk, Sarojini Nagar have said that they will not open their shops. The traders are also protesting in various parts of the national capital. Traders hold protest in #Delhi's Karol Bagh against sealing drive by MCD pic.twitter.com/t565xPc04O — ANI (@ANI) January 23, 2018 × A mass protest has been called at 12 pm at Hauz Qazi in central Delhi. The shopkeepers and traders have alleged that the shops are being sealed without any prior notice, and even after accepting conversion charges. Traders demanded protection from sealing by bringing a specific law. MCD has conducted a sealing drive in Delhi against unauthorised shops in Delhi. Earlier this month about 13 outlets were sealed in Khan Market including cafeterias, restaurants, bars and other stores. The sealing drive was also conducted in Lodhi colony's Meharchand Market on January 10. Restaurants like Khan Chacha and Smokey's Grill were sealed. Geetanjali Salon, Javed Habib's, Affinity Salon, Ayena Skin Clinic and Amrapali Jewellery store were also among those sealed. The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) Master Plan 2021 states that any proprietor who uses a property for mixed purposes must pay a one-time conversion charge at the rate notified by the government. 'Use conversion charge' is a mandatory payment to be paid when a residential property is used for commercial purposes.

Delhi markets to remain shut after traders protest against sealing drive

A 48-hour Delhi bandh against sealing began&nbsp;on Friday morning. Almost 2500 markets will be closed while protests march against sealing would be taken out by businessmen in around 500 markets.&nbsp;

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The ongoing sealing is very harmful to our economy, said Praveen Khandelwal, Confederation Of All India Traders (CAIT).

The&nbsp;Bandh was called by CAIT against sealing.&nbsp;

Congress leader Ajay Maken also joined the protest.&nbsp;

The ongoing sealing is very harmful to our economy, said Praveen Khandelwal, Confederation Of All India Traders (CAIT).

A 48-hour Delhi bandh against sealing began on Friday morning. Almost 2500 markets will be closed while protests march against sealing would be taken out by businessmen in around 500 markets. Bandh called by Confederation Of All India Traders (CAIT) in #Delhi against sealing; visuals from Lajpat Nagar area. Congress leader Ajay Maken also joins protest pic.twitter.com/r5SeQocQVR — ANI (@ANI) February 2, 2018 × The ongoing sealing is very harmful to our economy, said Praveen Khandelwal, Confederation Of All India Traders (CAIT). The Bandh was called by CAIT against sealing. Congress leader Ajay Maken also joined the protest.

Delhi markets shut for two days to protest sealing