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VOL. 12, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Role of street vendors in the economic development of cities: A study in the context of Varanasi District
Authors
Anjay Sonkar, Dr. Urjaswita Singh
Abstract
Street vendors play a very important role in
the economic development of cities. Urban development is continuously occurring
in India, and the growing population is driving demand for goods. The urban
population is growing day by day, creating new employment opportunities. Street
vendors constitute a significant part of the urban informal sector. They
provide opportunities for self-employment. Local businesses play a crucial role
in providing employment to the poor and less educated. Street vendors provide affordable
goods to the public. Street vendors have played a crucial role in strengthening
the local supply chain and enabling the operation of local businesses. Street
vendors are entrepreneurs who operate on a paid basis. This contributes to
stability in the urban economy. Inclusive development brings the poor and
marginalized into the mainstream. The implementation of the Street Vendors Act
2014 has provided some legal support to this segment. There are 40,707 street
vendors registered with the Varanasi Municipal Corporation, contributing
significantly to the economic development of Varanasi. The government should
make important policies for them and bring them into the mainstream.
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Pages:305-308
How to cite this article:
Anjay Sonkar, Dr. Urjaswita Singh "Role of street vendors in the economic development of cities: A study in the context of Varanasi District". International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Research, Vol 12, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 305-308
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