New Delhi, July 23 -- Retailers and business owners in central Delhi's Connaught Place (CP) have reported a steep 65% to 70% decline in revenue over two consecutive days as ongoing demonstrations by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) severely disrupted public footfall and transit networks.

Faced with a deteriorating law and order environment during peak evening hours, the New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA) advised shop owners to pull down shutters early at 6:30 PM on Wednesday to prioritise worker and public safety.

The disruption hits during the crucial annual retail sale period, when CP markets typically record their highest revenues between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM.

Speaking to ANI, NDTA President Atul Bhargav confirmed that trade office...