Yesterday, this edit  reminded people about getting rain ready, in the wake of heavy rains and blow-you-away winds as a result of the cyclone passing by the city. We told citizens that while the state government is making promises about being ready for the season, we have to do our bit at an individual level. We had highlighted keeping cars in prime condition, getting experts to address any electrical problems at home or in the housing society and generally, ensuring what you can do on a personal level to ensure safety in what is often a trying three months approximately for the city.

Having spoken about the onus on the person, we hope that Cyclone Tauktae damage will galvanise authorities to get cracking on rain repair works when it comes to Mumbai infra. For years now, we have heard a steamroll of assurances from state leaders and the BMC of being primed for the season and whatever it may bring forth.