Ganderbal :- With the holy month of Ramadan commencing today and the first day of fasting being observed, markets in Kangan area of Ganderbal witnessed a heavy rush of shoppers purchasing various items for Iftar. People thronged the markets to buy dates, dry fruits, fruits, and other essential commodities, leading to increased activity across the town. In view of Mahe Ramzan, the Traders Federation Kangan announced special discounts on food items and essential goods commonly used during the month. President of the Federation, Umar Rather, said that special concessions will be provided to ensure relief to the public. “We have decided to offer special discounts on essential food items during Ramzan. In the past, we observed that rates were not fixed. Therefore, a meeting was held with traders, and it was collectively decided to maintain reasonable pricing and provide discounts,” he said. Meanwhile, local residents have appealed to the Traders Federation Kangan to ensure fair and reasonable rates throughout the month. They said that Ramzan is a month of patience and compassion and urged traders to support the community by keeping prices under control.