*The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT)* wholeheartedly welcomes the bold and decisive step taken by the Government of India to prohibit the direct or indirect import and transit of all goods originating in or exported from Pakistan, with immediate effect. “This decision sends a strong and unequivocal message that trade and economic engagement cannot continue in the face of persistent hostility and anti-India activities emanating from across the border”- said *Mr Praveen Khandelwal, Secretary General,Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) & MP, Delhi’s Chandni Chowk.*

Mr Khandelwal said that this move is not only in line with national security interests but also reflects the sentiment of the trading community and the citizens of India, who have long demanded strict action against economic ties with nations that support or tolerate terrorism. By halting all trade and transit of Pakistani goods, the government has demonstrated its firm commitment to safeguarding national sovereignty and security.

*CAIT National President Mr B C Bhartia* has urged all traders across the country to fully support and comply with this policy, and to ensure that no goods from Pakistan enter Indian markets through direct or backdoor channels. *The CAIT reiterates its resolve to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the government in its efforts to protect India’s national interests and promote self-reliance through Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

We also call upon Indian manufacturers and entrepreneurs to seize this opportunity to strengthen domestic production and substitute any goods that were previously imported from Pakistan, thereby boosting indigenous industry and creating new avenues for employment and growth- said trade leaders