Chandigarh, March 3 -- The ongoing military conflict between Israel and Iran, which has entered its fourth day and impacted nine neighbouring nations, has now begun to cast a shadow over the industrial landscape of Punjab.
The renowned hand tool industry in Jalandhar is facing significant disruption as escalating regional instability hampers international travel and trade routes essential to global commerce.
Jalandhar's hand tool sector, a cornerstone of India's manufacturing prowess, is currently grappling with the aftermath of the geopolitical crisis. Several prominent industrialists from the city, who were en route to Germany to participate in a prestigious annual exhibition, have reportedly been stranded mid-journey. Due to the sudden...