Srinagar, June 2 -- As the Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) scheme completes six years, it stands out as one of India's most impactful grassroots financial inclusion initiatives. Launched during the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the scheme was designed to support one of the most vulnerable segments of the urban economy-street vendors. Today, its success story reflects the power of targeted welfare measures rooted in trust, dignity, and economic empowerment. Street vendors form the backbone of India's informal economy. They provide affordable goods and services, generate employment, and contribute significantly to urban livelihoods. Yet for decades, they remained largely outside the formal...