Speaking to reporters during her visit to Azadpur Mandi, the Delhi CM expressed her gratitude to the local traders for their decision to stop importing apples from Turkey. She commended the move, describing it as a powerful and appropriate response to any country that acts against India’s national interests
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a complete ban of nations that support terrorism in India
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a complete ban of on Turkish products and she praised the decision of Azadpur Mandi traders for boycotting apple imports from Turkey.
The decision was made after Turkey backed Pakistan and criticised India’s recent strike on terror camps in Pakistan- occupied Kashmir (PoK) under Operation Sindoor.
Speaking to reporters during her visit to Azadpur Mandi, the Delhi CM expressed her gratitude to the local traders for their decision to stop importing apples from Turkey. She commended the move, describing it as a powerful and appropriate response to any country that acts against India’s national interests.
"This decision is absolutely justified," she said. "If any country is found to be acting against India or supporting forces that are hostile to our nation, then the people of this country will stand together and reject any form of association with them, including trade. I wholeheartedly thank the traders for choosing to boycott the import of Turkish apples. Their decision reflects true patriotism and love for the country."
In a related development, Jamia Millia Islamia University has officially suspended all academic collaborations with institutions associated with the Turkish government, citing serious concerns over national security. Similarly, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has also put an end to its memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Turkey’s Inonu University. This MoU, which was signed earlier in the year, had outlined plans for academic exchange, including student and faculty collaborations.
According to PTI reports commenting on these decisions, Gupta stressed the importance of taking a firm and uncompromising stand. "There should be a 100 percent disengagement from countries that are seen to support or shelter terror networks targeting India," she said, calling for a complete diplomatic and economic freeze with such nations.
Following Turkey’s visible support for Pakistan on key international issues, a wave of public backlash has emerged across India. Citizens and organizations alike are calling for a nationwide boycott of Turkish goods and tourism. Popular online travel platforms such as EaseMyTrip and Ixigo have responded by issuing public advisories discouraging travel to Turkey, reflecting the growing sentiment of disapproval among Indian consumers.
(With inputs from PTI)
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