After years of complaints over deteriorating conditions at Bandra Talao, also known as Swami Vivekanand Sarovar, rejuvenation work at the historic lake near Bandra railway station has finally begun on the ground.

The BMC, which floated a tender for the project in December 2025 following repeated complaints from residents and activists, began work on January 12, 2026. The talao has now been emptied, and desilting operations are underway.