Gul Plaza traders resume business at Bagh-e-Jinnah after fire damages

KARACHI: Traders affected by the recent fire at Gul Plaza have found a temporary solution to continue their businesses by setting up stalls at Bagh-e-Jinnah. The move comes as Eidul Fitr approaches, drawing large crowds to the new location.

According to a report in The Express Tribune, the traders, whose shops were damaged in the blaze, have established makeshift stalls offering clothes, shoes, and accessories. The relocation aims to help them recover some of their losses during the busy shopping season leading up to Eid.

The stalls at Bagh-e-Jinnah have attracted significant footfall, providing a much-needed boost to the affected traders. Shoppers are visiting the area in large numbers, seeking Eid essentials and supporting the businessmen who suffered losses due to the fire.

The initiative has been described as a lifeline for the traders, many of whom faced uncertainty after the fire disrupted their livelihoods. The opportunity to set up shop at Bagh-e-Jinnah allows them to maintain their presence in the market during a crucial sales period.

As the Eidul Fitr festivities draw near, the traders hope that the increased customer turnout at Bagh-e-Jinnah will help them recover from the financial setbacks caused by the fire at Gul Plaza.