Kickstarting a debate on the underutilisation, misuse, and overall `ineffectiveness` of Public Parking Lots (PPLs) across Mumbai, citizens have demanded urgent reforms following mid-day’s report on July 24.

Mumbaikars are calling for better signage at entrances, improved accessibility, adequate lighting for safety, and cleanliness at BMC-operated parking facilities. Many also want designated zones and separate entries for heavy vehicles like trucks and buses to avoid chaos and accidents.

“At several PPLs, trucks and buses are parked alongside cars. That’s a huge deterrent for commuters. More importantly, it’s a safety issue, imagine navigating your car around a truck in a cramped parking lot,” said Sandeep Patil, a Ghatkopar resident who drives daily to Lower Parel.