The accumulation of waste drew the attention of visitors and local residents, once again raising concerns over the growing levels of plastic pollution entering Mumbai's water bodies

High tide is expected at 4:18 pm with a sea level of 4.01 metres, while the next high tide will occur at 4:53 am on July 21 at 3.47 metres

While low tide is expected at 10:31 pm at 1.33 metres, followed by another low tide at 10:28 am on July 21 at 2.21 metres

Despite the challenging conditions caused by the high tide, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) sanitation workers were seen carrying out an extensive clean-up operation along the beach

Beaches such as Mahim, Dadar, Juhu and Versova frequently witness a surge in marine debris during the monsoon months due to strong tidal activity

The recurring sight of plastic waste along Mumbai's beaches has sparked renewed calls for improved waste management practices, stricter enforcement against littering and greater public awareness about responsible disposal of plastic

Marine pollution not only affects the city's coastline but also poses a serious threat to marine biodiversity

Plastic waste can entangle marine animals, contaminate habitats and eventually break down into microplastics, which enter the marine food chain and impact the broader ecosystem

The scenes at Mahim Beach on Monday once again underscored the environmental cost of improper waste disposal and the importance of sustained efforts to tackle marine pollution.