Overview

• Cabinet Minister Parvesh Verma has affirmed NDMC’s lead on the pilot, signaling official backing for the late-night market.
• Connaught Place and Lodhi Road have been shortlisted as venues for food trucks operating after 10 pm.
• Officials have drafted guidelines on vendor licensing, food safety and permissible operating hours.
• Local operators have welcomed the concept while requesting clearer rules on permits and daily operations.
• A formal launch announcement is expected in the coming weeks and authorities will assess the pilot’s performance before expanding citywide.