Now, malls in Kolkata are not just places for shopping but have also become zones of danger. Driven by the urge to earn more, mall authorities have started renting out common areas—such as lobbies, lifts, and spaces near escalators—to vendors. Despite clear directives from the municipal corporation, mall management continues to flout the rules. Among these, Lake Mall is a prominent example where such practices persist, putting thousands of visitors at risk every day. This ground report by Taaza TV reveals how malls across the city are rapidly turning into ‘hawking zones,’ compromising public safety.