'कनॉट प्लेस में शाम 6.30 तक बंद करें दुकानें-रेस्टोरेंट', NDMC की व्यापारियों को हिदायत

According to a report by Aaj Tak, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has issued a directive instructing businesses in the Connaught Place area to close by 6:30 PM on July 23. The order reportedly follows consultations between the NDMC chairman, vice-chairman, and local stakeholders regarding the current security and operational environment in the city's central commercial hub.

The directive applies to all commercial establishments within the vicinity, including retail shops, restaurants, and office spaces. While the report cites a circular issued by the municipal body, it emphasizes that the decision was reached following telephone-based coordination between senior officials and the business community to address prevailing local conditions.

Connaught Place serves as a primary commercial and transit center in the national capital, and such directives regarding operating hours are typically implemented to manage crowd control or security concerns during high-alert periods. Local authorities have not yet provided further details on whether this closure is a one-time measure or if it will be extended beyond the specified date. Residents and visitors are advised to check for updates from the NDMC regarding the resumption of normal business hours.