On April 4, South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) Mayor Mukesh Suryan had written a letter to the SDMC Commissioner, urging the latter to issue necessary directions for the closure of meat shops during the 9-day period of Navratri festival from April 2-11. However, no official order was given by the SDMC Commissioner after this.

 

On Tuesday, April 5, the shops remained shut for a brief period amid rumours of licence cancellation. However, the vendors opened it later in the evening.

 

The shops also remained opened Tuesday.

 

Notably, during the 9-day period of Navaratri festival, the devotees observe fast for nine days, stick vegetarian diet and do not consume non-veg food items.