The city of dreams, the commercial capital of the country, the metropolitan hub that attracts people from across the country – with these tags and more, Mumbai has become a symbol of urban development. In the process, it has become a concrete jungle in constant need of infrastructural growth. However, the nature-rich areas that the Maximum City harbours have often been at odds with said development. Mumbai has seen its fair share of environmental movements and campaigns, all aimed at conserving the rich biodiversity that exists within the city. 

How have nature and wildlife conservation efforts taken shape in a place whose reputation hinges on development and urban planning? We take a look at some of them and speak to people involved in such movements about resolving the constant debate between development and conservation.