Srinagar, March 19 -- Srinagar, the heart of Kashmir, was meant to be bustling with pre-Eid activity-markets adorned with lights, shops brimming with festive goods, and streets echoing the excitement of shoppers preparing for celebrations. Streets that should have been crowded with shoppers now resemble puddled rivers, keeping people indoors and dampening the festive mood.Eid is a critical period for local trade. Shops selling clothes, sweets, toys, electronics, and household essentials rely on a surge in sales during the days leading up to the festival. But this year, the relentless rains have disrupted footfall, delayed deliveries, and left vendors scrambling. Small businesses, which form the backbone of Srinagar's economy, are especial...