Bhopal Traders to Boycott UPI on Oct 8 Over MDR Charges

On October 8, traders in Bhopal’s Hanuman Ganj‑Jumerati market will refuse to accept UPI payments as a symbolic protest against the merchant discount rate (MDR) levied by banks. The move is aimed at drawing attention to the rising costs faced by small retailers for digital transactions. The traders have called on fellow merchants in the market to join the ‘No UPI Day’ and halt online payments on the day. The protest reflects growing frustration among local businesses over the financial burden of digital payment fees.