Fruit traders based in Prayagraj have collectively decided to boycott Turkish apples, following the country's open support for Pakistan during the recent military conflict with India.
Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, local fruit traders in Ajmer, Rajasthan, announced a boycott of Turkish apples and other imports on Saturday following Turkey's vocal support for Pakistan.
Local traders in Gwalior have condemned Turkey's stand during the India-Pak tension, calling it a betrayal to the nation. They claimed that they would not trade with a country that supported Pakistan and Turkish apples were boycotted in Gwalior.
They called on the central government to impose a complete ban or at least raise import duties above 100% on apples from about 44 foreign countries, particularly Turkey.
Farmer organisations across Himachal Pradesh have called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to impose a complete ban on the import of apples from Turkey and enforce strict import duties and quality standards on apples coming from other countries.
Following Turkey's support for Pakistan amid recent tensions with India, the fruit traders in Ghaziabad have decided to boycott imports of apples and other products from Turkey.
Following Turkey's support to Pakistan in attacks on India, fruit traders in India have begun boycotting Turkish goods, particularly apples. They have vowed to stop importing Turkish produce, stating they will not support any country backing terrorism. India imports goods worth over Rs1,200
Following Turkey's open support for Pakistan amid recent tensions between India and its neighbour, a widespread "Ban Turkey" movement has emerged in many places across the country.
This call comes after reports emerged that Turkey supplied military drones to Pakistan, sparking concerns over Ankara's growing military ties with Islamabad.
A severe hailstorm that struck several parts of Shimla district on Saturday, including Theog, Kotgarh, and Kumarsain in Himachal Pradesh, has devastated the hard work of farmers and orchardists. The unseasonal storm caused extensive damage to fruit crops such as apples, cherries, and pears,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 121st episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, took his listeners on a journey of agricultural innovation across the country, showcasing how Indian farmers are defying traditional norms and thriving in unexpected regions.