Markets set to open in Srinagar from tomorrow

SRINAGAR — As part of Centre’s “Unlock 1.0” strategy to review the economy, authorities in Summer capital Srinagar decided to reopen markets in the city from tomorrow.

Muhammad Yaseen Khan, President Kashmir Trade Manufactures Federation (KTMF), confirmed that markets will open on Saturday.

He said a green signal has been received from the administration and from Saturday, markets in the city will reopen again. He said that it is a welcome step, and added that the business community is ready to work under standard operating procedures.

Markets in Kashmir have remained closed since March 18 when the COVID pandemic hit Jammu and Kashmir.

Pertinent to mention here is that markets were reopened in different parts of Kashmir on Wednesday after a gap of 40 days due to COVID-19 pandemic.