No breakthrough for jewellers; strike clings to day 17

March 18, 2016 16:00

Gold traders and jewellers continued their strike for the 17th day today, in protest against the proposed one per cent excise duty on non-silver jewellery.

Most jewellery shops and establishments in the country are shut after Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in his Budget announced one per cent excise duty on non-silver jewellery.

Members of over 358 associations, consisting of over three lakh manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and artisans related to the trade are on strike since March 2.

Surinder Kumar Jain, Vice-President, All India Sarafa Association said in view of the ongoing indefinite strike, customers would face difficulties as wedding season is fast approaching.

On the other hand, Jaitley has rejected the demand for rolling back the levy, saying the move is in preparation for unveiling of Goods and Services Tax.

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