In a significant move to regulate and support street vending in the city, the Town Vending Committee (TVC) of Chandigarh convened a crucial meeting on Monday. The session, held at the Municipal Corporation (MC) building in Sector 17, was chaired by MC Chief Amit Kumar and focused on enhancing the welfare of vendors and improving urban management.
Key Initiatives for Vendor Welfare and Infrastructure
The committee placed special emphasis on initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of street vendors and ensuring smooth coordination among various civic departments. A major directive was issued to the MC's engineering wing to expedite the development of the model vending zone in Manimajra. The committee stressed that this facility must be made operational at the earliest to boost vending infrastructure and promote organised vending practices across Chandigarh.
New Grievance Panel and Decongestion Plans
To streamline decision-making and address vendor concerns more effectively, the TVC constituted a dedicated panel. This new body will examine vendor representations and address their issues on a priority basis. The initiative is designed to resolve common problems promptly while ensuring transparency, fairness, and responsiveness in all vendor-related matters.
In a strategic move to decongest high-traffic areas, the committee decided to offer vendors currently operating in the bustling IT Park area the option to shift to the upcoming Manimajra vending zone. This relocation is expected to provide a more structured and supportive environment for their businesses while helping to manage traffic flow in key commercial zones.
Looking Ahead: Structured Vending for Chandigarh
The discussions and decisions from the Monday meeting underscore a concerted effort by Chandigarh's civic administration to integrate street vending into the city's formal economic framework. By accelerating infrastructure projects like the Manimajra zone and establishing dedicated channels for grievance redressal, the authorities aim to balance urban order with the livelihood needs of thousands of vendors. The focus remains on creating a sustainable ecosystem where vending activities can thrive in an organised manner, benefiting both the vendors and the city's residents.
