Traders in Kozhikode announce protest against unauthorised street vending

Traders owing allegiance to the Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samiti (KVVES) in Kozhikode have announced a protest against the growing presence of unauthorised street vendors in areas outside those designated for vending by local self-government institutions.

The district committee of the merchant association will take out a march to the Kozhikode Corporation office at 10 a.m. on October 6, 2026, followed by a dharna, demanding action against unauthorised street vending.

The protest is being organised as part of a call issued by the State committee. The organisation has warned that the agitation will be extended to other municipal corporations and gram panchayats if its demands are not addressed.