Maharashtra Ekta Hawkwers Union & Anr vs Municipal Corporation,Greater ...

The Supreme Court addressed the plight of street vendors and hawkers, emphasizing their role in providing affordable goods to urban poor and recognizing their right to dignity under the Constitution. The Court highlighted the need for a regulatory framework to protect the interests of street vendors, as they face harassment from local authorities. The judgment underscores the importance of balancing urban development with the rights of these vendors, holding that the state must ensure their livelihoods are not unduly disrupted.