It’s no wonder that the authorities aren’t taking more active interest in Mumbai’s pothole problem. As far they’re concerned, potholes don’t even exist. Every day, the common man risks his life or, at the very least, his back, as he braves the crater-filled roads on the way to work. So, mid-day took a test drive to see what it’s like for the other 1% that actually holds the power to change things in the city. Our reporters and photographers picked four top officials and tracked their daily routes to work during the peak hour on Friday. Here’s what we learnt:

Chief Minister’s route
Who: CM Devendra Fadnavis
Starting from: Varsha bungalow, Malabar Hill
Going to: Mantralaya
Route: Malabar Hill – Girgaum Chowpatty – Marine Drive – Mantralaya
Start time: 9.50 am
End Time: 10.15 am
Distance: 7 km