Continuous rains hit business in Hyderabad’s old city

Continuous rains for over two weeks have hit business in Hyderabad’s old city, with traders near Charminar reporting poor sales due to fewer tourists and local buyers. Many are struggling to pay workers’ salaries, shop rents and utility bills

Hyderabad: The continuous rains for over a fortnight in the city have dented the business of traders in the old city, affecting their financial obligations and increasing their hardships.

There are over 10,000 big and small traders doing business within a 2 km radius of Charminar, dealing in a variety of goods such as pearls, gold ornaments, zardosi sarees and dresses, bangles, footwear, handicrafts and other articles. There is a huge demand for these products among tourists.

“Following heavy rains in September and the circulation of videos showin