5 acres is the minimum land required to set up a private vending zone in Haldwani, as announced by Mayor Gajraj Bisht on Diwali. The Nagar Nigam aims to control encroachment and traffic congestion by allowing landowners to create these zones with permission. This move will provide a centralized market for residents and improve traffic flow. The Nagar Nigam also launched an online tax payment system, eliminating the need for citizens to visit the office. Mayor Bisht shared the corporation's achievements over the past 9 months. Newly appointed Chief Municipal Commissioner Paritosh Verma promised a permanent solution to the city's biggest problem – the trenching ground. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 22:34 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 5 acres is the minimum land required to set up a private vending zone in Haldwani, as announced by Mayor Gajraj Bisht on Diwali
- The Nagar Nigam aims to control encroachment and traffic congestion by allowing landowners to create these zones with permission
- This move will provide a centralized market for residents and improve traffic flow