NHRC Directs Authorities Not to Evict Street Vendors During Festive Season
· India · NDTV, LiveMint
The National Human Rights Commission has directed local authorities to ensure street vendors are not unnecessarily evicted during major festivals. The directive covers the festive periods of Navratri, Diwali and Chhath Puja across the country. Officials were instructed to protect the livelihoods of local vendors who often face displacement during festive preparations. The human rights body emphasized that administrative actions should not deprive vulnerable workers of their income. The report does not specify the exact enforcement mechanisms or penalties for non-compliance.
Why it matters
Millions of street vendors depend on festive season sales for their primary annual income and livelihoods.
Read the original report — NDTV
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