India, Dec. 9 -- LUCKNOW The disruption in IndiGo flights, now stretching into its second week, has dealt a severe blow to Lucknow's jewellery and apparels markets, with traders reporting losses and difficulties in movement of high-value goods. Sudden flight cancellations and chaotic rescheduling have impacted the flow of gold, silver, diamonds, designer fabrics, lehengas, and saris between Lucknow and major commercial hubs including Rajkot, Mumbai, Surat, Delhi, Kolkata and Bengaluru.

According to industry estimates, the crisis has impacted jewellery supply chains, sparking anxiety across the city's bullion and diamond markets. Traders say the damage is already done - and growing by the day.

All-India Jewellers and Goldsmiths Federatio...