<b>Progress Report 2020: Implementing the Street Vendors Act</b>

Centre for Civil Society's report for 2019-20 provides a comprehensive analysis of the implementation of the Street Vendors Act across India, drawing on data from the DAY-NULM's Management Information System. The report is divided into three critical sections:State and ULB Progress: It ranks and scores the performance of 28 states and their ULBs, showcasing a spectrum of implementation efficacy, with Andhra Pradesh leading by example in all key areas, while several other states lag significantly behind.Cross-State Legislative Comparison: Through maps and tabulations, the report compares the rules and schemes notified under the Act across states, revealing a diverse range of approaches and highlighting inconsistencies with the Act's mandates.Analysis of Rules and Schemes: The report scrutinizes the rules and schemes of 35 states and union territories, identifying departures from the Act and potential administrative overreach.Key findings indicate mixed progress, with some states showing substantial advancement, while others remain stagnant. The report notes that while some ULBs exemplify best practices, most display significant deviations in their implementation processes. Additionally, the report points out that in many cases, the notified rules and schemes either exceed the Act's intentions or lack clarity, leading to potential misapplication.By shedding light on the disparities in implementation and legislative alignment, the report serves as a valuable benchmark for state authorities to learn from each other and strive for a more uniform and effective application of the Street Vendors Act.