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People’s power wins: Swastik Chambers staff halt Mumbai Metro work
Updated On: 07 April, 2026 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Ritika Gondhalekar
Employees at Swastik Chambers forced action after months of waterlogging caused by Metro work. Following protests, authorities increased drainage efforts and cleared unsanitary conditions

Cleaned up premises. Pics/By Special Arrangement
After finding themselves battling unhygienic conditions caused by persistent waterlogging linked to ongoing Metro construction work, even after nine months since they first raised concerns, employees working at Swastik Chambers in Chembur took matters into their hands. In a rare show of unity, they briefly halted the Metro construction work on Wednesday, demanded corrective measures, and compelled the project in charge to address the situation and ensure maintenance.
Official speak
Project Supervisor MMRDA
Water gets accumulated due to the ongoing piling work at multiple spots. This blocked the sewage system, and thus we started pumping out the water once all work was done. But after their complaints, we now pump the water two to three times a day.

