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Ghaziabad Traders Threaten Cash Only Transactions Over UPI MDR

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Traders in Ghaziabad threaten to stop accepting UPI payments from October 15 due to concerns over Merchant Discount Rate costs.

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  • Traders in Ghaziabad have displayed notices stating they will only accept cash payments starting October 15.
  • The decision stems from objections to Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) costs associated with digital payments.
  • Business owners argue that absorbing these fees on transactions exceeding Rs. 2,000 impacts their thin profit margins.

What to watch next

  • Potential negotiations between merchant associations and payment providers.
  • Impact of the deadline on digital payment adoption in Ghaziabad.
  • Regulatory response to potential UPI service limitations.

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