South Delhi traders observe bandh against sealing, warn of wider strike

If not heard, then traders from across the city would be compelled to observe Delhi trade bandh in near future

Live in one of South Delhi's posh localities? If you do, you might have been surprised if you visited your local market on Friday. South Delhi's traders are observing a "trade bandh" across different markets, according to an official release from the Confederation Of All India Traders (CAIT).    

The bandh, according to the release, comes in response to the "continuous sealing of shops in various parts of Delhi". Shutters in prominent markets like Greater Kailash, South Extension, Defence Colony, Hauz Khas, and Yusuf Sarai, among others, remained closed on Friday and no commercial activity took place. 

CAIT has