The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has finally inaugurated the historic Cooperage Bandstand at Churchgate. Its restoration was completed a couple of months back, but mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar had not given time for the inauguration, even after a formal letter was sent to him from the administration. mid-day had reported about this, Cooperage Bandstand ready but mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar isn't (September 12).

The civic body inaugurated it on Wednesday with its security department's band. It has been decided to have a band perform there every Sunday. An official from the BMC's heritage department said, "Apart from the BMC's security band, bands from the police, defence, and schools will be allowed to play there."