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New Delhi, 27th February 2025 – The National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI) convened a meeting at the Gandhi Peace Foundation with street vendor market leaders from across Delhi to address the pressing issues faced by street vendors in the city. The gathering comes at a pivotal time as the new BJP-led government takes […]

Hon’ble U.T. Khader, Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, along with Dr. C.E. Rangaswamy (State President) and Bengaluru Central District President Mohammad Kaleel, held discussions on street vendors’ concerns. Detailed reports on Dakshina Kannada and Malleshwaram street vendors were reviewed. Responsibilities were assigned to MLAs, including Hon’ble R. Dinesh Gundu Rao (Gandhinagar), Jameer Ahmed (Chamarajpet),

Key discussions on vendor ID cards, market zones, and Malleshwaram street vending issues took place with BBMP officials, police, and TVC members. BBMP to inspect vending areas under court guidance, stated Dr. C.E. Rangaswamy, State President. #BBMP #TVCMeeting #StreetVendors #UrbanPlanning

A seminar and general assembly of street vendor unions from across Rajasthan will be held in Jodhpur on April 10. Organized with NASVI’s support, the meeting will discuss solutions for street vendors’ challenges, policy implementation, and future strategies.  #NASVI #StreetVendorsRights #JodhpurMeeting #UrbanPolicy #VendorWelfare

On 20th February 2025, nearly 90 street vendors from Khau Gali, Buddh Marg (Maurya Lok), Patna protested against their forced eviction by municipal authorities. Despite the Street Vendors Act 2014, their stalls were removed without prior notice, leaving them without a livelihood. The Maurya Lok Footpath Dukandaar Sangh has strongly opposed this action, demanding a

It was a privilege for our street vendors to set up their stalls at Parliament House, Amrit Udyan—a moment of pride and recognition for their hard work and dedication. Seeing them showcase their skills at such a prestigious venue reaffirms the invaluable role they play in our economy and culture. We love to see our

Today, the Secunderabad Commissioner discussed the issues of Mettiguda Street Food Wonders with the NASVI Telangana team and the Commissioner. Later, on the way from Mattiguda to Tarnaka, the State team visited Amber June.

On 20 February 2025 Street vendors in the Khazanchi Road (Tara Mandal) area of Patna protested against the alleged eviction without prior notice by municipal authorities. Many street vendors were forcibly removed, and their goods were seized, despite existing legal protections under the Street Vendors Act 2014. The Maurya Lok Footpath Dukandar Sangh has strongly