Overview

• The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) announced an immediate halt to all trade, travel, and cultural engagement with Turkey and Azerbaijan following their support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
• Key markets like Delhi’s Azadpur Fruit Mandi have ceased imports of Turkish apples, while marble traders and other industries are seeking alternative sources to replace Turkish goods.
• Indian universities, including Lovely Professional University and Jamia Millia Islamia, have terminated academic collaborations with institutions in Turkey and Azerbaijan.
• The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security revoked the security clearance for Turkish ground-handling firm Celebi Airport Services, citing national security concerns.
• Travel bookings to Turkey and Azerbaijan have dropped by 60%, with cancellations rising by 250%, as Indian traders and travel platforms rally to enforce the boycott.