Major markets in Bhopal and some other cities like Indore in Madhya Pradesh remained closed for half a day on Saturday in protest against Tuesday’s terrorist attack at Pahalgam in Kashmir.
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Major markets in Bhopal and some other cities like Indore in Madhya Pradesh remained closed for half a day on Saturday in protest against Tuesday’s terrorist attack at Pahalgam in Kashmir.
In the state capital, the Bhopal Chamber of Commerce and Industries (BCCI) announced the shutdown, calling it a tribute to the victims and a united stand against terrorism.
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Shops and other business establishments across major commercial areas, including New Market, Chowk Bazaar, M P Nagar, Itwara Market, and 10 Number Market, remained shut till noon.
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BCCI president Tejkul Singh Pali announced the decision, saying that the gesture expresses solidarity with the families of the victims and sends a strong message against terrorism.
The BCCI also held a tribute meeting at its office in the Koh-e-Fiza locality of Bhopal to pay homage to the victims. A large number of businesspersons, shopkeepers, and traders of the city attended the meeting.
Essential services remained functional during the bandh.
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