Trade interrupted: Business establishments, especially those based in Thoothukudi, and involved in the export and import trade suffered a lot . As the government’s order to the Internet service providers was translated into action on Wednesday night, it indeed served the purpose effectively. Business establishments, especially Thoothukudi-based larger business houses involved in the export and import trade, suffered a lot as their transactions were seriously hit. Instead of taking constructive measures to restore peace and initiating punitive measures against the divisive forces, Internet services have been suspended, leading to a loss of crores of rupees. This is most unfortunate,” said a leading businessman of Thoothukudi who is involved in shipping, clearing and forwarding.

Source: The Hindu May 24, 2018 19:52 UTC