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In Pictures: Activists launch 77-hour long protest against Mayor Balen demanding improved management of street vendors

KATHMANDU, Sept 19: A group of activists led by Ishan, popularly known as Iih, initiated a movement calling for improved management of street vendors in the city.
By Bijaya Rai

KATHMANDU, Sept 19: A group of activists led by Ishan, popularly known as Iih, initiated a movement calling for improved management of street vendors in the city.


The group led by activist Shrestha declared a 77-hour-long protest in front of the KMC Mayor Balen Shah's office, adjacent to the National Assembly Hall, commencing at 1 PM on Tuesday. The protest is slated to continue until 6 PM on Friday. The activists anticipate additional support from others during this demonstration.


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Shrestha stressed the necessity of this protest, citing Mayor Balen's implementation of stringent policies without providing the promised alternative arrangements for street vendors, a commitment made during the election campaign.


Protestors prominently displayed placards bearing messages such as 'A city for cars or a city for people? Justice for Street Vendors' and 'End the exploitation of cycle, cart, traditional, and street vendors; offer viable alternatives.'


 

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