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This research aims to analyze the relationships between street vending activities and public spaces in Mumbai, focusing on their economic contributions and spatial interactions.

May 13, 2026Open Access

Public Spaces and Street Vendors in Mumbai A Theoretical Understanding of Urban Reciprocity

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This research aims to analyze the relationships between street vending activities and public spaces in Mumbai, focusing on their economic contributions and spatial interactions.
Examined existing policies and legislation governing street vending in India.
Developed a methodology using theoretical concepts and existing literature to study urban public spaces.
Analyzed various areas in Mumbai through an evaluation matrix to gather and interpret data.
Identified distinct patterns of street vending corresponding to specific public space typologies.
Developed categories that classify the interaction between street vendors and public spaces.
Concluded with recommendations for a regulatory toolkit to address street vending needs while protecting public space usage.

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UPUrvashi PurohitUniversity of Mumbai MGMayuresh Gorey

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Theoretical analysis reveals the relationship between street vendors and urban public spaces, suggesting paths for effective regulation.

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Purohit et al. (2024) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a04156479e20c90b44451c8 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20117434

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Public Spaces and Street Vendors in Mumbai A Theoretical Understanding of Urban Reciprocity

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