Ooty, March 21 -- The Nilgiris District Traders Associations and a joint committee of all associations have announced a black flag protest across the district on March 29 and a complete shutdown on April 2, pressing for a 10-point demand, including the repeal of the e-pass system implemented in the Nilgiris district.

The second phase of the consultative meeting of the Nilgiris District Traders Associations and key executives from various associations, including private accommodations, tourist vehicles, restaurants, agriculture, and auto drivers, was held in the Pinkerpost area of Ooty, Nilgiris district.

Key executives from various trade bodies, associations dependent on the tourism sector, and agricultural organizations participated in...