Nathula, Aug. 1 -- Trade through the Nathula Pass resumed on Friday after a gap of six years, with traders expressing optimism that commercial activity will gradually pick up over the coming weeks while urging the government to expand the list of tradable items to better reflect current business needs.

Speaking to ANI, General Secretary of the Nathula Traders Association, Nim Sherpa, said the reopening had brought relief and renewed optimism among traders after trade remained suspended since the COVID period.

"Trade is restarting today, after a gap of six years since COVID, and everyone is happy... We expect it to go well now," she said.

Sherpa added that expanding the list of approved trade items would further boost business. "It woul...