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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Meghalaya: Street vendors relocated from congested Khyndailad in Shillong to nearby complex
Shillong, The Urban Affairs Department of the Meghalaya government on Thursday said street vendors were successfully relocated from the congested Khyndailad area in Shillong to a notified vending zone in a nearby complex. Meghalaya: Street vendors relocated from congested Khyndailad in Shillong to nearby complex The relocation followed extensive consultations with the Town Vending Committee. Officials said the initiative was marked by the participation of street vendors, who worked closely with the street vendor associations, Shillong Municipal Board, and the district administration to ensure a smooth and timely transition. The move was carried out in compliance with directives issued by the High Court of Meghalaya relating to street vending and traffic congestion. The court had directed the state government to demarcate vending zones clearly and maintain vigilance to prevent illegal encroachments. Authorities were also instructed to take legal action against violators. Under the Meghalaya Street Vendors Scheme, 2023, a detailed survey of 1,400 vendors was conducted by the Shillong Municipal Board. In the first phase, priority was given to vendors operating from Khyndailad. Of the surveyed vendors, 407 were found eligible to receive a Certificate of Vending , with 311 having collected their certificates to date. To facilitate the relocation, 365 vending stalls were constructed on the first floor of the MUDA parking lot. So far, 282 stalls have been allotted and occupied through a transparent draw of lots. Tellme Nongbri, secretary of the Roadside Hawkers Association, praised the initiative, calling it a "proactive" step and commending the government's continued support to the vending community. As part of its support measures, the Urban Affairs authorities are also providing a relocation package to vendors holding valid CoVs. This includes a one-time allowance of ₹10,000 and a monthly support of ₹2,000 for a duration of five months. Officials said this marks the beginning of a broader initiative that will be extended to other localities across Shillong. The relocation process will continue in phases until all registered and eligible vendors are accommodated within officially notified vending zones. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
Eviction drive carried out in Shillong in compliance with Meghalaya HC orders
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Shillong, Jul 22 (PTI) Shillong Municipal Board authorities on Tuesday carried out an eviction drive in the Khyndailad area here in compliance with the Meghalaya High Court's orders. During the drive, the authorities confiscated goods and dismantled stalls of street vendors who were operating without valid certificates of vending (COV). Acting on a state government directive that set a deadline (July 22) for all unauthorised vendors to vacate the area, the Shillong Municipal Board (SMB) officials had been verifying vending permits for the past few days. 'Only those vendors who were able to produce valid COVs were allowed to continue operating. The rest had their stalls removed and materials seized," an SMB official at the site told PTI. The action follows directions from the Meghalaya High Court, which had pulled up the state government and municipal authorities for failing to regulate street vending, especially in congested commercial zones such as the Khyndailad area, the city centre. As part of its continuing oversight, the high court also appointed a special officer to monitor compliance and implementation of vending regulations. The officer has been tasked with overseeing the identification and development of designated vending zones, ensuring transparency in the issuance of certificates of vending, and submitting periodic reports on the progress of implementation to the Court. In line with the court's order and the provisions of the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014, the state government has identified three designated vending zones in the city. These are located at the MUDA Complex, the parking lot opposite the SBI Main Branch at Khyndailad, and at the old Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) building. The vending zone at MUDA Complex will cater to a large section of central Shillong vendors, while the space opposite SBI is being redesigned to accommodate walk-in customers and maintain smooth traffic flow. The old MTC building is being repurposed to create structured vending spaces with basic amenities for relocated vendors. Officials said work is underway to operationalise these zones, with plans for phased relocation of authorised vendors in the coming weeks. PTI JOP SBN SBN view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 15:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Hawkers oppose eviction drive at Shillong's Police Bazar, seek fair relocation plan
1 2 Shillong: Street vendors at Khyndailad in Shillong's Police Bazar area on Monday voiced strong opposition to the Shillong Municipal Board's eviction drive, demanding a mutually agreeable solution before any relocation takes place. The Meghalaya & Greater Shillong Progressive Hawkers and Street Vendors Association has opposed the forceful eviction of hawkers without a consensus on relocation plans. Civic body staff, accompanied by officials from the East Khasi Hills district administration and police personnel, launched an eviction drive targeting street hawkers without certificates of vending. Goods belonging to the vendors occupying public spaces were seized and loaded into trucks, even as some hawkers attempted to retrieve them. Over the past week, the civic body had issued public announcements asking unauthorised vendors to vacate the area, which has officially been declared a no-vending zone. Hawkers with valid certificates have been directed to shift to designated vending spaces, including the govt-owned MUDA commercial complex in Police Bazar, by July 22. Meanwhile, the civic body has also directed shop owners and commercial establishments at Khyndailad not to display goods outside their premises. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo A June 29 notification issued by the civic body chief executive officer PK Boro warned that non-compliance would result in the removal of such goods by the municipal board and could lead to suspension or revocation of business licences. "It was found that many shops and commercial establishments are displaying goods outside their premises. This is a blatant encroachment on public paths and roads, causing inconvenience to the public and violating conditions of the Business License under Shillong Municipal By-Law 136 framed under the Meghalaya Municipal Act, 1973 (as amended)," the notice stated.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Meghalaya unveils ‘Mission Clean Shillong '27' ahead of Nat'l Games
1 2 Shillong: With Meghalaya to host the next National Games, the state govt has launched an ambitious new campaign — Mission Clean Shillong 2027 — aimed at transforming the state capital into one of India's cleanest cities. The two-year initiative, spearheaded by CM Conrad K Sangma, calls for collective action to achieve 'litter-free streets, pristine waters, and pure air'. The timing of the campaign is crucial, as Shillong is set to host thousands of athletes and tourists for the National Games. "We have the cleanest river and the cleanest village, why not the cleanest cities too?" the CM asked, framing the mission as a natural extension of Meghalaya's legacy of environmental stewardship. "A community-first approach unlike previous top-down programmes, the campaign emphasises participatory governance. Localities will lead monthly clean-up drives, receive incentives for waste segregation, and compete for the 'Cleanest Locality' title," an official statement said. The draft campaign document is open to public feedback until June 25. Citizens, civil society organizations, and local leaders have been invited to contribute suggestions via email, phone, or by visiting the Shillong Municipal Board office. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Shillong aims to become ‘cleanest city in India' ahead of nat'l games
Shillong: Following the ceremonial handover of the National Games 2027 baton to Meghalaya by Uttarakhand on Feb 14, 2025, CM Conrad K Sangma has entrusted the urban affairs department with the responsibility of showcasing Shillong as a world-class host city and a decision was made for unified efforts to make it the 'cleanest city in India', given the context of Meghalaya already being home to the cleanest river and cleanest village. "In response, cleanliness activities have been significantly intensified and are now being implemented in mission mode. The Shillong Municipal Board has employed 190 staff on a contractual basis, including 105 sweepers, 35 drain cleaners, and 50 security staff dedicated to cleaning rivers and penalising littering. The new contractual staff are working alongside 295 permanent staff, collectively contributing to noticeable improvements in the city's cleanliness," commissioner & secretary, urban affairs department, Vijay Kumar D said, adding the staff are working in three rotational shifts and are on the streets day and night. "It is heartening that these improvements are being commended by residents and tourists," Kumar said, even as he informed that the CM had recently convened a high-level consultative inter-departmental meeting with civil society members, technical experts, and key stakeholders to address pressing challenges related to cleaning up of Wah Umkhrah and Wah Umshyrpi Rivers.
