The Gilgit‑Baltistan Traders’ Union, led by President Haji Ghulam Hussain, has outright rejected the Food Department’s move to collect taxes on the registration of shops, hotels and restaurants, calling it an added burden on merchants. Speaking to KPN, Hussain said the business community in Gilgit‑Baltistan is already under severe economic pressure with limited job opportunities, and imposing a registration tax is unacceptable. He warned that the measure appears to pave the way for future taxes, which the traders reject. Hussain highlighted existing challenges faced by merchants, including prolonged electricity load‑shedding, rising inflation and declining business activity. Imposing further taxes instead of addressing these issues is unjust and could devastate small businesses. He cautioned that if the Food Department does not withdraw its decision, the traders will be forced to launch a strong protest, including a shutdown strike, demonstrative rallies and other actions across Gilgit city and other districts. The union will also approach the courts to protect merchants’ rights. Hussain urged the Gilgit‑Baltistan government to immediately reverse the decision, direct the Food Department to stop unfair pressure on traders, and focus on business‑friendly policies that stabilize the economy rather than adding new taxes.
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