Shillong, Oct 10: Deputy Chief Minister in charge of Urban Affairs, Sniawbhalang Dhar, has stated that the relocation of hawkers to alternative locations is currently underway, with the government working to identify suitable sites.

Speaking to media persons today, Dhar said that relocation of hawkers from specific locations such as Laitumkhrah, GS Road, and others will be done but will take time.

"It will take time because I cannot throw my people on the streets. I have to find a place for them, put them in the right place, and everything will be okay," he assured, adding that the government is working to find suitable solutions.

On the issue raised by hawkers at Khyndailad area, Dhar emphasized that the issuance of Certificates of Verification (CoV) will be strictly based on genuine d

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