The feeding of pigeons on a bridge connecting the east and west areas of Mulund, has become a bone of contention between local residents and bird lovers. Many residents have objected to the feeding, as they fear motorists could meet with a serious accident while trying to avoid the birds that flock to the bridge. But feeders say this is a violation of their rights. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has deputed personnel on the S bridge on Tuesday to stop the feeders and warned of a fine of Rs 500 if they do so. Animal activists have called this illegal.

The feeding of birds on the bridge began around three years back. The bridge has approximately 5-feet wide footpaths on both sides where the birds are fed. As all Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, the bridge is again full of vehicular traffic, but there are many pigeons on the road and motorists have to drive while trying to dodge them.