Traders protest retail foray by corporates

Kozhikode, Dec 15 (UNI) Continuing their protest against the entry of corporates into retail trade, the Kerala Vyapari Vyavasai Ekopany Sammity (KVVES) alongwith AIYF and DYFI activists today staged a demonstration here.

Police said the agitators, who staged a sit-in infront of the 'Reliance Fresh' outlets, attempted to break the security cordon and enter the mall.

Thirteen people were taken into custody.

Meanwhile, KVVES president T Naseeruddin said the organisation would continue with the agitation.

He said the entry of big corporates into retail trade would jeopardise the livelihood of lakhs of small traders.

UNI