They've been clearing the sidewalks in District 1 for a few months. Not only booting street vendors but sometimes even ripping out construction that was built on top of the sidewalks.
We call it Vinapore, Vietnam's sad attempt at becoming Singapore II.
Removing semi-illegal street food trucks that operate without abiding by food safety laws, pay taxes (?) or invest in the local community by buying a building, hiring a staff etc...
Without this, decent restaurants don't stand a chance. And in the long run, that is bad for the people living in bangkok.
I hope it doesnt become Singapore II... I think is my least favorite city in Asia...