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Delhi Authorities Defend Sarojini Nagar Market Clearance as Traders Report Business Losses

The market remains open and operational, but viral misinformation and procedural disputes have caused a sharp decline in shopper turnout.

Screengrabs of some viral Reels and a follow-up post by the Sarojini Market Shopkeepers Association, which was posted on X to try and get back the rush of shoppers.
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Overview

  • A May 18 joint operation by NDMC and Delhi Police removed nearly 200 unauthorised stalls and extensions from Sarojini Nagar Market to clear pedestrian pathways.
  • Traders allege legal shops were damaged without prior notice, while authorities maintain the drive targeted illegal encroachments only.
  • Viral social media reels falsely claimed the market was demolished, contributing to shopper anxiety and a significant drop in footfall.
  • The Sarojini Market Shopkeepers Association clarified that the market is fully operational and encouraged shoppers to return.
  • The incident highlights ongoing tensions between urban management efforts and the livelihoods of informal vendors in Delhi's congested commercial hubs.