India-Pakistan conflict claims an unlikely victim: Himalayan pink salt
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The recent trade ban imposed by India on all Pakistani goods has struck a significant blow to traders, particularly impacting Vipan Kumar, who has been importing Himalayan pink salt from Pakistan for three decades. Following a deadly attack in Kashmir that resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, New Delhi's sanction led to Kumar's business coming to a complete standstill. The pink salt, which holds cultural significance in various religious practices, is essential not only for cooking but also for its industrial applications. Kumar's uncertainty underscores broader economic and social tensions.
The recent ban on imports from Pakistan, following an attack in Kashmir, has left traders like Vipan Kumar devastated, halting their businesses and raising concerns about future prospects.
Himalayan pink salt is not only vital for cooking but also has cultural significance during religious practices, underscoring the intersecting economic and cultural impacts of the import ban.
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