Chicken Shop Owners Demand Fair Profit Margins Amid Rising Costs

Chicken shop owners protested on Wednesday, urging suppliers to increase profit margins due to rising operational costs. Held at Dharna Chowk, they accused companies of reducing margins, potentially pushing them out of business. The protest led to shop closures in several areas.

Chicken shop owners took to the streets on Wednesday in a bid to pressure suppliers into increasing their profit margins amid soaring operational costs.

The protest, which unfolded at Dharna Chowk, saw retailers accusing companies of shrinking their margins by about Rs 10 per kg, a move they say threatens their businesses.

Despite the growing burden of bills and expenses, including electricity and water, the protest led to temporary shop closures across various parts of the city.