In a decisive move to address the growing menace of illegal street vendors in Chandigarh, the city mayor convened a high-level meeting on Wednesday with inspectors and staff from the enforcement wing. The civic body has been struggling to curb the proliferation of unauthorized vendors in commercial areas, prompting the mayor to issue strict directives.
Meeting with Enforcement Teams
Besides the enforcement wing, officials from the engineering department and sanitation wing also attended the meeting. The mayor assessed the current situation of street vending across the city, highlighting the challenges posed by illegal vendors occupying public spaces, roads, pavements, and market areas.
Key Directives Issued
The mayor emphasized that enforcement teams must act firmly against unauthorized vendors. He stressed that these vendors not only disrupt traffic flow but also create sanitation and safety concerns. The directives aim to restore order in commercial zones and ensure public spaces are used appropriately.
Action Plan: The enforcement teams have been instructed to conduct regular patrols and take immediate action against violators. The sanitation department will coordinate to clean up areas after vendors are removed. The engineering department will assess infrastructure needs to prevent re-occupation.
This crackdown is part of the city administration's broader efforts to improve urban management and quality of life for residents. The mayor warned of strict consequences for any negligence in duty by officials.
