Grant Road residents are annoyed that the August Kranti Maidan is shut between 1 pm and 3 pm daily due to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) open spaces policy. While much has changed around the garden, from where Gandhiji kicked off the Quit India Movement in 1942, residents have urged the authorities to help preserve its unique ties to the local community.

The rich history of August Kranti Maidan has made it a unique landmark and a beloved open space for locals. It was once open round the clock for Mumbaikars to take strolls, relax, read books, or chat with friends and neighbours. With its intrinsic ties to several generations, the park continues to be a hub that supports the age-old way of life of residents of surrounding buildings, which for some include simple routines such as closing their shop and dashing home for lunch.