How Yash Dalwani & DNY Hospitality Are Transforming Street Food Vendors Through Ek Naya

Hard to believe? Welcome to Ek Naya, the revolutionary initiative reshaping India's street food landscape.

In a country where 65% of the food service industry remains unorganized, this movement—spearheaded by visionary entrepreneur and restaurant consultant Yash Dalwani—is transforming dreams into realities with DNY Hospitality at the helm.

Ek Naya: A Game-Changer for India's Street Food?

Every revolution begins with a spark, and for Yash Dalwani, it was an encounter with a struggling pani puri vendor. The vendor's challenges—poor hygiene, outdated practices, and limited growth opportunities—revealed the systemic issues plaguing India's street food ecosystem.

Yash Dalwani, renowned for his expertise as a restaurant consultant at DNY Hospitality, recognized an opportunity to uplift these vendors, not just as businessmen but as empowered individuals. His vision?

Organize the unorganized: Bring professionalism to the unstructured food sector.

Enhance hygiene and safety: Establish practices that ensure customer and vendor well-being.

Skill development: Equip hawkers with the tools and knowledge to succeed sustainably.

This vision laid the foundation for Ek Naya, a movement driven by empathy, innovation, and action.

Transforming Lives Through Organization and Empathy

Ek Naya is more than just a charitable initiative; it's a mission to revolutionize the unorganized food sector by helping street food vendors operate like organized businesses.

As restaurant consultants, DNY Hospitality understands the immense potential of this sector to uplift the lives of vendors while enhancing the experience of millions who rely on street food daily.

For vendors, the initiative provides professional guidance to build sustainable businesses, improve hygiene standards, and gain customer trust. Training programs focus on skill enhancement and operational efficiency, empowering vendors to grow as responsible entrepreneurs.

For customers, this transformation ensures access to safer and more hygienic street food, offering a consistent and enhanced dining experience. It also encourages them to support vendors who are now equipped to deliver quality food while adhering to higher standards, creating a win-win situation for all.

Through Ek Naya, we aim to create a ripple effect that uplifts not just individual vendors but the entire street food ecosystem. It's about turning challenges into opportunities, chaos into structure, and dreams into reality.

Meet Kiran: The Visionary Behind “Rahul Chinese”

In the bustling area near Ashar IT Park, Kiran operates Rahul Chinese, a popular street food outlet serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian Chinese cuisine. His strategic location makes his stall highly accessible to the corporate crowd. However, like many street vendors, Kiran faced significant challenges, particularly with municipality authorities removing his cart multiple times a month, disrupting his business continuity.

Yash discovered this hidden gem during his frequent visits to Rahul Chinese, which was conveniently located outside his old office. Despite serving delicious food, Kiran's business lacked proper brand positioning, and Yash recognized its untapped potential.

From Street Cart to Professional Setup: The Transformation

Ek Naya's intervention transformed Kiran's business comprehensively:

Visual and Branding Transformation: New professional banners, menu designs, attractive sunboards, and Sunmica installations.

Professional Equipment Revolution: High-quality squeeze bottles, ice boxes, GN pans, and professional chopping boards for enhanced efficiency and hygiene.

Hygiene and Safety Upgrades: Introduction of professional hairnets, food safety training, and improved sanitation practices.
 

Kiran's Life After Ek Naya: A Dream Realized

Before Ek Naya, Kiran's food stall operated like any other street vendor, despite its popularity. The lack of branding, basic setup, and recurring municipal issues made stability difficult. Post-transformation, Rahul Chinese has gained a more professional and appealing presence, attracting a larger customer base and increasing trust.

Today, Kiran isn't just a street food vendor—he's an emerging entrepreneur with a clear vision. His dream of opening a restaurant now seems more achievable than ever.

Why Ek Naya & DNY Hospitality Matter

India’s street food vendors are the backbone of its culinary culture, yet they face numerous challenges:

Unorganized Operations: Lack of proper systems and resources.

Hygiene Concerns: Operating in unsanitary conditions.

Limited Growth Opportunities: No access to skill development or professional tools.

Through Ek Naya, Yash Dalwani and DNY Hospitality are addressing these issues head-on. The mission includes:

Organizing the Unorganized: Structuring the 65% unorganized food sector.

Improving Hygiene: Enforcing cleanliness to boost customer trust and business growth.

Skill Development: Training hawkers in professional, hygienic practices.

Government Collaboration: Working closely with authorities to improve food safety and simplify licensing.

Ensuring Sustainability: Helping hawkers establish stable, long-term businesses.

Eligibility: Who Can Join Ek Naya?

Not all vendors qualify for Ek Naya. The program carefully selects hawkers who:

Operate in unhygienic or challenging conditions.

Demonstrate strong motivation to improve.

Lack access to traditional support systems.

Show a willingness to learn and adapt.

Selection Process:

Family background evaluation.

Income assessment.

Business practices review.

Measuring potential for transformation.

This rigorous process ensures that Ek Naya’s support goes to those who need it most.

A Collective Movement: Alone We Can Do Very Little; Together We Change the World

Our Collective Asks:

To Industry Leaders: Share expertise, mentor entrepreneurs, and create support networks.

To Government Authorities: Streamline licensing, create dedicated hawker zones, and simplify bureaucracy.

To Social Workers & Volunteers: Amplify impact, mentor vendors, and spread awareness.

“Givers Always Gain!”

The Vision for 2026 

By 2026, Ek Naya aims to transform 2,500 street food vendors into confident, professional entrepreneurs. This ambitious goal reflects the vision of Yash Dalwani and his commitment to a better future for India’s hawkers.

Join the Movement: Be the Change

Ek Naya and DNY Hospitality stand by the belief that “Givers Always Gain!”

Here’s how you can contribute:

Spread the Word: Share transformation stories.

Support Local Vendors: Choose street food as a symbol of trust and quality.

Collaborate: Volunteer or partner with us to amplify the impact.

Together, let’s create a more hygienic, inclusive, and professional street food ecosystem.

Ab hoga ‘Ek Naya’ Bharat!