Amid rising pollution, unchecked deforestation and the growing impact of climate change, a corporator has demanded the formation of a statutory committee to protect Mumbai’s environment and address mounting water concerns.

Ward No. 54 corporator Ankit Sunil Prabhu, in a letter dated February 17, 2026, to the Municipal Secretary and the Mayor of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, has sought the immediate constitution of a statutory committee comprising administrative officials, elected representatives and environmental experts.