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BMC needs to keep people at centre of its plans

The lack of public space or footpaths for walking is a concern, as senior citizens and children also have to walk on the road, risking their lives

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The Aarey land has now got the status of a reserved forest. File pic/Satej Shinde

The Aarey land has now got the status of a reserved forest. File pic/Satej Shinde

As the BMC focuses on constructing the main Aarey Milk Colony road using cement they may have overlooked an important aspect for pedestrians. The lack of designated space for pavements for pedestrians is giving rise to safety concerns.

Thousands of people reside inside Aarey Milk Colony, and the main road is also used by hundreds of pedestrians daily, including morning and evening walkers. Aarey Milk Colony draws nature lovers, too. The lack of public space or footpaths for walking is a concern, as senior citizens and children also have to walk on the road, risking their lives.

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