NEW DELHI: Amid security checks and anti-encroachment drives in Connaught Place ahead of Republic Day, the traders’ association has announced it would keep the entire market open after 2pm and plans to offer special discounts to increase footfall.
Some shopkeepers have even planned decorations at individual levels. New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA) also decided to go for an intensive sanitisation and disinfection drive on January 25 and 26.
“We were receiving inquiries with apprehension that due to Republic day and the farmers rally, the market might remain closed. But this is the occasion when we can make maximum profit and that’s why a joint decision has been taken to keep the entire market open. We are offering discounts,” said Amit Gupta, executive member of NDTA.
“We will also intensify the process for spraying disinfectants, especially if there would be an increase in footfall in the market. Besides, everyone would be urged to maintain social distance and wear a mask,” said Gupta.
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has, meanwhile, intensified action against encroachments and formed teams for implementing the plan. “We have formed two teams and they started working from 6 am to ensure there is no encroachment in the market. They will work dedicatedly till January 30. Besides we have formed teams for ensuring sanitation and cleanliness exercise,” said the NDMC official.