In response to the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Delhi markets will remain shut today as traders have called for a bandh in protest. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has voiced strong condemnation of the attack, which claimed the lives of innocent civilians, and announced that all major markets in Delhi will observe a complete shutdown on Friday, April 25. The traders' collective decision is a show of solidarity with the victims of the attack and a strong message against terrorism.

The CAIT, representing trade associations across the city, has issued a formal statement expressing deep sorrow and anger at the loss of life in the attack and highlighting the profound impact it has had on the trading community. As part of the protest, traders are voluntarily closing their establishments in solidarity with the government and as a mark of respect to those who lost their lives in Pahalgam.

The CAIT has urged all traders in Delhi to adhere to the bandh call and keep their businesses closed for the day, adding that the protest must remain peaceful. The organization has also made a special appeal to the Delhi Police and administrative authorities to ensure that law and order is maintained during the bandh and that a peaceful environment prevails across all markets in the capital.

This call for a complete market shutdown follows a growing sense of anger and grief within the community after the Pahalgam terror attack, which occurred earlier this week. The attack, which resulted in the tragic deaths of several innocent civilians, has sparked widespread outrage across the nation. The traders' protest serves as a reminder of the collective desire for stronger action against terrorism and for the protection of citizens' safety.

In parallel, the Central Government has acted swiftly by organizing an all-party meeting to discuss the Pahalgam attack and to formulate a cohesive response to the terrorist assault. During the meeting, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju briefed the attendees, sharing updates from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting. The government reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on terrorism and its resolve to take stricter action against those responsible for the violence.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also addressed the meeting, providing additional details about the government's response to the Pahalgam attack. Singh emphasized the importance of a united front across party lines in the battle against terrorism and reaffirmed that the Indian Government remains committed to taking decisive action to ensure such incidents do not happen again.

The national response to the attack has been one of widespread political consensus, with leaders from all major parties voicing their support for the government's stance on terrorism. The call for stronger measures against terrorism and its perpetrators has resonated across the political spectrum, reflecting the country's collective commitment to upholding security and justice.

With the Delhi bandh today, the traders of Delhi are sending a strong message against terrorism, showing that they will not stand idle in the face of such atrocities. As the Centre continues to discuss its strategy on how best to deal with terrorism, today's protest also marks an important stand for unity and resilience in the face of adversity.

The CAIT has called for the bandh to remain peaceful, urging all traders to show solidarity through non-violent protest, while ensuring the safety of the public and maintaining the decorum of the protest. The government and law enforcement agencies have been urged to remain vigilant throughout the day to handle any potential disturbances and ensure the protest is conducted without any untoward incidents.

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