Delhi Traders Ask Sonia Gandhi to Postpone November 1 Rally

Politics · First reported 30 Oct, 03:37 · Updated 03:57

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Delhi’s Chamber of Trade and Industry has asked Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to postpone the proposed rally at Ramlila Maidan, citing potential disruption to markets during Diwali preparations. NDTV also reports the rally is expected to draw 10 lakh people and involve 15,000 to 20,000 buses, alongside private cars belonging to political leaders.

The traders’ body urged that the November 1 rally be postponed until after Diwali or moved to Burari Maidan, citing possible traffic and business disruption.
The CTI said 20 markets could be affected and estimated their daily business at Rs 10,000–12,000 crore.
NDTV reported an expected turnout of 10 lakh people and 15,000–20,000 buses, as well as private cars belonging to political leaders.

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Key facts

Rally date and venue: November 1 at Ramlila Maidan.
Expected attendance: 10 lakh people, according to the reports.
CTI estimate of market activity: Rs 10,000–12,000 crore in daily business across 20 markets.
CTI’s proposed options: Postpone until after November 10 or shift the event to Burari Maidan.