The Asian Chronicle

                          Press Release                                                                                   9th March , 2016 The Delhi trade will observe a Delhi Trade Bandh on forthcoming 17th March in support of jewellery traders who are on an indefinite strike against budget levy of 1% excise on manufacturing of gold and diamond jewellery. The decision was taken yesterday night at a meting of trade leaders of Delhi which was convened by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT). The meeting was attended by trade leaders of more than 200 trade associations from all parts of Delhi. Its a joint call of all trade associations of Delhi for expressing solidarity with jewellery trade. The Delhi traders will also participate in large numbers in a massive Rally to be held the same day by Delhi Bullion, Jewellers, Swarankar Action Committee which is likely to be attended by the jewellers from all over the Country. CAIT National President Mr. B. C. Bha

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