Nagpur: Merchants in Sitabardi have raised serious concerns over the return of hawkers in areas designated as “No-Hawking Zones.” They questioned how street vendors are being allowed to set up shops in these restricted areas without facing any action, emboldening them to flout rules.

Traders also complained about the disruptive behavior of hawkers, which they say poses a constant threat to shopkeepers, customers, and local residents.

Officials from the Sitabardi Merchant Association recently met with Nagpur Municipal Commissioner Abhijit Chaudhary and Police Commissioner Ravindra Singal to discuss the issue. According to the traders, the area was officially declared a No-Hawking Zone in February 2024, and the rules were enforced from May 13, 2025. Business activities were running smooth

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