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Pedestrian First campaign: 2,803 encroachments from 399 Mumbai footpaths removed, says BMC

Updated On: 17 October, 2026 06:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

At a review meeting held at the Command and Control Centre in Worli on Saturday, BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide directed officials to keep footpaths permanently clear, safe and accessible for pedestrians

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BMC launched the ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign under its accessible footpath policy to improve pedestrian safety and ensure that people can walk without obstruction. Representational Pic/File

BMC launched the ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign under its accessible footpath policy to improve pedestrian safety and ensure that people can walk without obstruction. Representational Pic/File

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday said that it has removed 2,803 encroachments and hawkers from 399 footpaths in Mumbai under its ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign, covering roads stretching about 500 km.

The drive has been carried out across all 26 administrative wards, with a focus on areas around hospitals, schools, colleges, railway stations, bus stations and other public places.

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