FIROZABAD—Bangle and glass workers said overseas conflict hurt orders, which hurts dinner, which hurts opinion at family table. Traders asked government for relief package and for cousin to stop quoting global news incorrectly.

Economists mentioned supply chain; workers mentioned rent chain. One artisan said he can see future in glass, but future currently shows loading screen.

District magistrate promised help after form is filled in ink that does not smudge in heat.