Mangaluru: State government’s Chief Whip in legislative council and MLC Ivan D’Souza inaugurated street vendors association on Tuesday at Netravati hall.

Speaking on the occasion he said that he has protested for the rights of street vendors and have studied the problems of them.

“Vendors should have a good rapport with customers. They should behave with discipline and patience with the customers. I will discuss with respected departments regarding the problems of street vendors,” he assured.

He further said that protest is not the only solution for problems; negotiation is the best way to find a solution. Street vendors should build this association with utter unity.

Former mayor K Ashraf said that he has faced the enquiry for protesting for the rights of street vendors. He will be with the association all the time.

Association President Muhammad Rafi and others were present.