Mumbai Drain Cleaning Delayed: BMC in Action Mode to Prevent Floods; Deadline Set

• Mumbai's drain cleaning is delayed with only two months left until monsoon, prompting BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani to expedite work.
• Gagrani instructed officials to work on a war footing, ensuring silt is removed and disposed of within two days to prevent waterlogging.
• Coordination with railway administration and MMRDA is crucial, along with deploying 'trash booms' at 14 locations to trap debris.
• Public representatives will conduct joint inspections and be informed daily about progress; a digital dashboard and AI will enhance transparency.
• The deadline for all stormwater drain works, including desilting and widening, is May 31, 2026, with new contractors appointed this year.