Reeling under losses, merchants in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi have decided to defy curfew and keep their shops open on weekends. While announcing the decision, Santhosh Kamath, president, Karavali Textile, Readymade and Footwear Dealers Association, said members will strictly follow Covid-19 safety protocol. He said lockdowns and weekend curfews have ruined local business, while online shopping is thriving.https://ift.tt/3jKkrkC