Mumbai Locals Protest Coastal Road Over Mangrove Concerns
Charkop, Mumbai– Roughly 100 locals and lobbyists rallied at Samvidhan Chowk Friday night, protesting the recommended Versova-Dahisar Coastal Road. Demonstrators are afraid the job will annihilate essential mangrove environments.
Secret realities:
- The 20, 000 crore task intends to decrease traveling time to Mira-Bhayander.
- Tenders worth 1 9 crore were drifted on March 6 th for mangrove cutting.
- BMC estimates show 9, 000 mangroves will be reduced, with over 45, 000 influenced.
- Compensatory afforestation is planned in Bhayander and Chandrapur, increasing issues over localized environmental impact.
Militants voiced problems concerning raised pollution, prioritising personal transport over public, and the long-term eco-friendly influence on future generations.