THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The traders said they were happy with the discussion with the Chief Minister. The Chief Minister will announce the decision regarding the opening of shops. The traders said the CM had assured them that the needs would be considered sympathetically.
"We sought permission to open shops till Onam. The remarks at the press conference were not threatening. The discussion with the Chief Minister was amicable. The CM has understood our problems. There is no need for protest," traders said.