Onion traders in Nashik called off their strike today evening after the government assured them that their demands will be fulfilled by July 10.Onion trade at the over 20 wholesale markets in Nashik, where traders purchase onions from farmers, came to a standstill due to the agitation by traders and labourers.The traders were opposing increase in levy and labourers were demanding increase in their wages from Rs 2.90 per bag to Rs 3.20. The strike had hampered the procurement and transportation of onions from the market to various locations across the country.
News On AIR | June 17, 2014 9:06 PM
Nashik onion traders call off strike