An indefinite shutdown of shops and other business establishments began in Nagaland's commercial capital Dimapur on April 26, protesting against extortion by underground groups.
The shutter-down call was given by the Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI). Business associations in other districts also extended support and went for a day-long shutdown.
The DCCI said the decision was taken as there was "no end in sight to the unabated multiple taxation, intimidation and summons" by the groups.
