Model code hits goldsmiths hard Updated: Updated: Transport of yellow metal affected Share Article AAA No glitter: With the model code of conduct in force, there has been 50% fall in business for goldsmiths. | Photo Credit: K_V_SRINIVASAN Transport of yellow metal affected Many shops at Edapalayam, a hub for goldsmiths in the city, often remain closed as orders have dropped by 50% because of the model code of conduct. It may take at least two weeks after the Assembly election for the situation to become normal. With jewellers hesitating to transport jewellery and cash as the model code of conduct was in force, goldsmiths who depend on orders from jewellers have been hit hard. Goldsmiths at Edapalayam said their business was looking up after relaxations in the lockdown but the shops were kept open only for a few hours a day as there was less work.