01 June,2026 01:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde said the municipal administration is closely monitoring the quality and pace of work. Pic/BMC
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has said that more than 80 per cent of the city's drain-cleaning work has been completed as civic authorities intensify preparations ahead of the monsoon season.
The mayor conducted inspections at several locations, including Vashinaka in Chembur and the Somaiya Nala in Ghatkopar (East), to review the progress of desilting and flood-prevention works.
Speaking during the inspection, Tawde said drain-cleaning operations had begun a month earlier than usual to ensure Mumbai is better prepared for heavy rainfall.
She stated that both major and minor drains across the city have achieved more than 80 per cent completion, while efforts are underway to address any remaining gaps and delays.
According to the mayor, special focus is being placed on Zone 5, which includes several flood-prone areas.
During her visit to the Vashinaka nala in Chembur's Ayodhya Nagar area, Tawde said around 43 per cent of the cleaning work at that location had been completed.
She expressed confidence that the remaining work would be finished within the next eight to ten days, ensuring the drainage system is fully prepared before the onset of monsoon rains.
The mayor also inspected desilting works at Somaiya Nala in Ghatkopar (East) and instructed contractors and civic officials to complete the work on schedule.
She emphasised that proper cleaning of drains and nalas is essential to prevent waterlogging, traffic disruptions and inconvenience to residents during the rainy season.
Tawde said the municipal administration is closely monitoring the quality and pace of work to ensure effective flood management across the city.
Apart from monsoon preparedness, Tawde highlighted the importance of preserving Mumbai's green spaces.
She said maintaining and expanding green belts is necessary to help improve air quality, as the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) continues to face pressure from rapid urbanisation.
The mayor called for the protection of open spaces and increased tree plantation efforts across Mumbai.
Reiterating the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) commitment to public welfare, Tawde said ensuring citizens' safety, health and access to quality civic services remains a top priority.
She warned that any negligence in the execution of pre-monsoon works would not be tolerated and assured residents that the administration is maintaining strict oversight of all ongoing projects.
