Market Unrest: Sarojini Nagar Traders vs. NDMC Vendor Plan

Traders at Sarojini Nagar Market are protesting against NDMC's proposal to place 515 vendors in front of shops. The traders argue this will worsen congestion and affect residents. They claim the survey was flawed, excluding key stakeholders. Officials promise to address concerns once complaints are received.

In a stance against municipal plans, traders at New Delhi's Sarojini Nagar Market have initiated a two-day shop closure. This protest responds to the New Delhi Municipal Council's (NDMC) proposal to accommodate 515 vendors in front of existing shops, causing traders to fear increased congestion.

A joint statement by market associations highlighted the potential loss of parking space and overcrowding issues for local residents, with Ashok Randhawa, president of the Sarojini Nagar Mini Market Traders Association commenting on the market's limited capacity.

Market representatives allege that the survey allowing vendor placement, conducted under Supreme Court directives by the Town Vending Committee, excluded essential stakeholders. While NDMC officials assert procedural compliance, they pledge to investigate further upon receiving formal complaints.