Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava on Wednesday directed that traditional street vendors and hawkers be allowed to operate freely during Diwali to promote a “Swadeshi Diwali,” the situation turned quite the opposite in the state capital. In Bhopal, the District administration and Municipal Corporation’s Anti-Encroachment Squad launched a major drive in New Market and other areas, removing numerous stalls and roadside vendors ahead of the festival.

The team reached New Market near Hanuman Temple on Wednesday afternoon and cleared stalls selling diyas, idols, and puja materials. Eyewitnesses said goods from several shops were thrown away during the operation, leading to commotion in the market. Read Also MP News: Lokayukta Finds ₹1 Crore Cash, 2.5 Kg Gold, Proper

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