Industry players and experts warn that this decision will not only encourage a shift to smuggling but will also have other negative effects on employment. The government has not yet released an official statement on the duty hikes

The Collector and SP held negotiations between the two communities and increased police deployment for the procession

If Mr. Pradhan is unable to fulfil his ministerial responsibilities, he should immediately resign on moral grounds, the regional party demands

Aim is to intensify pressure on the State Government over long-pending demands related to wages, arrears, employee welfare measures, and administrative issues