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Sarnath (Varanasi) recently hosted a special event under the PM SVANidhi Yojana, along with eight other welfare schemes, dedicated to strengthening the livelihoods of street vendors. Street vendors received valuable legal and financial guidance from Ms. Isha Kalia (IAS), Joint Secretary, Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Government of India. The scheme has been relaunched with enhanced loan slabs […]

On 3rd September 2025, representatives from nine Market Committees came together at Ramlila Maidan, Rajghat, Gorakhpur, for the historic formation of the Town Level Federation of Street Vendors.  Objective: To unify vendor collectives, strengthen advocacy, ensure coordination with the Town Vending Committee (TVC), and address day-to-day issues of street vendors.  Key Outcomes:• Election of office

On 30th August 2025, the Nagar Palika of Mussoorie officially dissolved the inactive Town Vending Committee (TVC) and announced the formation of a new, legally recognized TVC. This significant step comes after NASVI’s continuous intervention against the removal of nearly 200 street vendors from Mussoorie Mall Road. During the meeting convened by the Nagar Palika,

Street vendors are the lifeline of our cities – from the morning tea that energizes millions to the hot momos that satisfy hunger across busy markets. At NASVI, with the support of Finnovista and Shell Foundation, we are working to transform their lives by promoting the adoption of e-cooking solutions. Why E-Cooking? E-cooking is more than just a switch

NASVI successfully organized an important meeting with street vendors, leaders, and stakeholders in Delhi. The session saw active participation and meaningful discussions around the challenges and opportunities faced by the vendor community. Key Discussions:• Street Vending Act 2014 was explained in an interactive way through a “Game of Cards”, making it easier for vendors to

We’re delighted to announce that NASVI (National Association of Street Vendors of India) has again been granted the opportunity to host our vibrant street food stall at Amrit Udyan, with the backing of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). This platform allows us to celebrate the culinary artistry of street vendors, fostering community

The Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) program was successfully launched in Tenali, Vijayawada, and Guntur, strengthening efforts to promote safe and hygienic street food culture.  Organized through a collaborative effort by the National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI), Nestlé India, and the respective municipal corporations, the training equipped street vendors with essential knowledge on food safety, hygiene, and

In a collaborative effort to foster a culture of safe food and reduce food-borne diseases, the National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI), with the support of Nestlé India, organized a Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) program for 300 street food vendors in Manipur. The initiative, backed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and the Department

In a major step towards empowering street food vendors with essential food safety training, the Serve Safe Food program was successfully launched in Assam with the support of Nestlé India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the Assam Food Safety Department. This initiative underscores NASVI’s commitment to strengthening vendor capacity and ensuring access to clean, safe,

The Serve Safe Food program was officially launched in Lucknow, marking an important step towards uplifting street food vendors through structured food safety training. Supported by Nestlé India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety Department, this initiative reflects NASVI’s ongoing commitment to empower street vendors and promote safe, hygienic, and nutritious