The inclusion of petty organised crime, a non-bailable offence, in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) is empowering the police in its battle against illegal hawkers. There was no provision for organised crime in the Indian Penal Code. Following a police crackdown, where vendors were booked under the new law, Crawford Market and surrounding areas were free of hawkers on Monday. 

Traffic movement opposite Crawford Market was smooth and pedestrian walkways were clear of obstructions. According to the LT Marg police, senior officers have instructed their subordinates to act against hawkers blocking roads, and inconveniencing pedestrians and motorists.