1. Executive Summary
Mr.Shaktiman Ghosh, National General Secretary of the National Hawker Federation (NHF) of India, conducted a brief visit to Kutch district. The visit comprised a courtesy meeting at Bhuj and a participatory workshop in Anjar, focusing on the Street Vending Act and organizational strengthening for street vendors.
2. Events of the Day
2.1. Courtesy Meeting at BhujPrior to his departure from Bhuj to Delhi,a courtesy meeting was convened near Bhuj Airport. The meeting was arranged to facilitate an exchange between the national leadership and local representatives. The session was attended by:· Mr. Mohammad Lakha, Joint General Secretary, NHF Gujarat.· Mr. M S Mokha, Representative, Bhid Gate Vendor Association.· Mr. Anishbhai Juneja, District Vice President, Bhim Army.· Mr. Mamadbhai Khalifa Sikandar Sama, Representative, Shehri Jan Sangharsh Manch.
2.2. Workshop in Anjar CityA dedicated workshop was organized in Anjar city for street vendors.The primary agenda was to educate participants on the provisions of the Street Vending Act and emphasize the critical need for building a robust vendor organization.
3. Proceedings and Key Address by Mr. Shaktiman Ghosh
Mr.Shaktiman Ghosh (“Shaktiman Dada”) was the key resource person for the workshop. His address included:· Clarification on the Street Vending Act: He provided clear, simplified explanations of the key points and the legal strengths of the Act, empowering vendors with knowledge of their rights and entitlements.· Motivational Guidance: Drawing from his personal journey of activism and struggle, he inspired and energized the vendor community.·
Call for Strong Organization: He underscored the importance of unity and building a powerful collective organization to effectively implement the Act and safeguard vendors’ interests.The visit of Mr.Shaktiman Ghosh successfully combined high-level stakeholder engagement with grassroots empowerment. The courtesy meeting strengthened connections between national and local leadership, while the workshop in Anjar directly equipped street vendors with crucial legal knowledge and motivational impetus. The events collectively reinforced the NHF’s commitment to organizing and advocating for the rights of street vendors across India.
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