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Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:03am on 16 Oct 2026,Friday India
Delhi traders have urged authorities to restrict protests in Connaught Place, citing significant business losses caused by demonstrations, road blockades and police barricades. The New Delhi Traders Association says the disruptions are discouraging customers and affecting commercial activity during the crucial festive shopping season. Traders have called for demonstrations to be held at designated protest venues to protect livelihoods and maintain public access. The issue has also reached the Supreme Court, which expressed concern over the impact on small businesses and daily-wage earners. Authorities face the challenge of balancing citizens’ right to protest with traders’ livelihoods.
