All hawkers should possess domicile certificates: HC

 

Article link: Street vendors should have domicile certificates, says Bombay high court

Extract from the article:

In a recent development, the Bombay High Court emphasized the importance of street vendors possessing domicile certificates in Maharashtra.

The court highlighted that it is essential for all vendors to be recognized by the state government. This directive emerged during a hearing concerning unauthorized hawking activities in Mumbai, currently under consideration by the Supreme Court.

The court's stance underscores the significance of street vendors being formally acknowledged and regulated to maintain order in urban areas.

By requiring domicile certificates, the authorities aim to bring transparency and accountability to the street vending sector, ensuring vendors are legitimate and known entities to the government.

My Take:

Street Vendor Loan Scheme

The relevance of promoting formalization and regulation in street vending, as advocated by the Bombay High Court, resonates with my earlier blog discussing the Street Vendor Loan Scheme.

In that piece, I highlighted the need for inclusive policies to support vendors, including migrants and unregistered individuals.

The current court's direction on domicile certificates aligns with the idea of formalizing the street vendor sector, ensuring their integration into the system for better governance and economic empowerment.

Congratulations Shri Mahesh Kumarji

Reflecting on the recent court ruling, it's reminiscent of the importance I stressed on recognizing vendors with identity cards, as discussed in a previous blog post.

Just as the court now emphasizes the need for domicile certificates, my past suggestions aimed to provide vendors with temporary cards or recommendations for those without formal documentation. This parallel underscores the foresight in addressing the vendor's identification and legitimacy, a critical aspect highlighted in both instances.

Call to Action:

To the urban development secretaries mentioned in the email, I urge immediate action to streamline the process of issuing domicile certificates to street vendors as per the court's directive.

Establishing a transparent and efficient mechanism will not only regulate the street vending sector but also empower vendors with formal recognition, aiding in their socio-economic upliftment.

With regards, 

Hemen Parekh

www.My-Teacher.in