Street Vendors Demand Halt to Evictions Amid Incomplete Surveys

Street vendors in Karnataka are raising their voices against the Municipal Corporation's ongoing eviction drives, asserting that such actions violate the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act. A representative for the vendors emphasized that the authorities cannot evict any vendor until a comprehensive survey is conducted and necessary ID cards and vending certificates are issued.

This situation raises critical questions about the government's commitment to protecting the livelihoods of informal workers. What measures are being taken to ensure compliance with the law? How long will vendors have to wait for their rights to be recognized and respected?

As reported by The Hindu, the street vendors are not just fighting for their own livelihoods but are also demanding accountability from officials who seem to overlook the legal framework designed to protect them. Without immediate action, many vulnerable families risk losing their only source of income while the authorities appear to sidestep their responsibilities.

Source: The Hindu