Surat, Jan. 1 -- The ongoing farmers' protests in Punjab have dealt a significant blow to the region's textile industry, with traders reporting a substantial decrease in business activity and mounting concerns over supply chain disruptions.

The movement of textile products from Surat to Punjab has been severely impacted, with daily supply values dropping from Rs 50 crore to approximately half that amount as bulk stockists remain cautious about placing new orders, reported TOI.

The disruption has particularly affected two crucial trade routes through Ambala and New Delhi, which serve as primary arteries for textile distribution to Punjab's local markets.

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