The Economic Times

Trade, transport bodies oppose Delhi's Ramlila Maidan as protest site, cite impact on business

Trade and transport bodies have opposed Delhi Polices decision to designate Ramlila Maidan as a protest venue, warning that demonstrations there could disrupt some of Old Delhis busiest wholesale markets and the movement of goods. They have urged authorities to shift protests to locations farther from commercial hubs, citing risks of traffic restrictions, delayed deliveries and higher transport costs.