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Updated on 13 Nov 2025, 12:09 pm

લાલ કિલ્લા પાસે તાજેતરમાં થયેલા બ્લાસ્ટથી દિલ્હીના મધ્ય વિસ્તારોના બજારો પર છાયા પ્રસરી ગઈ છે, જે તહેવારો અને લગ્નની સિઝનમાં પરંપરાગત રીતે ધમધમતા રહે છે. સદર બજાર અને ચાંદની ચોક જેવા હોલસેલ હબ્સમાં ગ્રાહકોની અવરજવર (ફૂટફોલ) માં તીવ્ર ઘટાડો જોવા મળ્યો છે, જે લગભગ 50 ટકા સુધી ઘટ્યો હોવાનું કહેવાય છે. વેપારીઓ જોઈ રહ્યા છે કે જે બહારના ખરીદદારો (outstation buyers), who usually frequent these markets for bulk purchases, are now opting for online orders due to lingering fear and security concerns. Sadar Bazaar Association President Paramjeet Singh Pamma noted that this period is usually their peak business time, but fear has driven business towards online platforms. Joint efforts with local police are underway to verify market workers for enhanced safety. Sanjai Bhargaw of the Chandni Chowk Traders' Association stated that the market has slowed down considerably, with both customers and shopkeepers experiencing fear. He anticipates it may take up to a month for conditions to return to normal, with some shopkeepers near the blast site hesitant to reopen. Conversely, markets like Sarojini Nagar have not seen a similar impact, reporting a steady flow of customers. However, Lajpat Rai Market, known for electronics and located near Chandni Chowk, remains largely shut, with shopkeepers only visiting to check on their premises. The incident has not only affected livelihoods but also instilled a constant sense of unease. Impact: This event significantly disrupts trade, especially during a crucial business period. It highlights vulnerabilities and can lead to a sustained shift towards online retail, impacting the profitability and operations of physical wholesale and retail businesses in affected areas. Consumer confidence is also likely to be affected, potentially leading to reduced spending on non-essential items.