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IN PHOTOS: Desilting work underway in Mumbai; BMC removes waste from stormwater drains

Updated On: 27 April, 2026 10:10 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

Workers were seen clearing soil and plastic waste from sewage drains along Swami Vivekananda Road in Mumbai on Monday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has launched its annual desilting drive ahead of the monsoon, focusing on stormwater drains across the city to prevent waterlogging. (PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE)

Mumbai gets monsoon-ready as workers clear soil and plastic waste from drains at Swami Vivekananda Road, Borivali West. PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE

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Mumbai gets monsoon-ready as workers clear soil and plastic waste from drains at Swami Vivekananda Road, Borivali West. PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE
Earlier this month, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Western Suburbs) Dr Vipin Sharma conducted a comprehensive review of ongoing drain cleaning works in H East, H West, K North, and K South wards

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Earlier this month, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Western Suburbs) Dr Vipin Sharma conducted a comprehensive review of ongoing drain cleaning works in H East, H West, K North, and K South wards

The inspection covered both major and minor drains, reflecting the civic body’s push to ensure efficient stormwater management ahead of the monsoon season

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The inspection covered both major and minor drains, reflecting the civic body’s push to ensure efficient stormwater management ahead of the monsoon season

During the visit, Dr Sharma inspected prominent drainage channels including Mogra Nala, Vakola Nala, Krishna Nagar Nala, Andheri Subway drain, and SNDT Nala

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During the visit, Dr Sharma inspected prominent drainage channels including Mogra Nala, Vakola Nala, Krishna Nagar Nala, Andheri Subway drain, and SNDT Nala

Smaller yet critical drains such as Bazaar Nala in Bandra, Garware Nala, and Apex Nala were also reviewed to assess on-ground progress

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Smaller yet critical drains such as Bazaar Nala in Bandra, Garware Nala, and Apex Nala were also reviewed to assess on-ground progress

Officials were also instructed to ensure strict monitoring of the desilting process and maintain quality standards throughout the operation.

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Officials were also instructed to ensure strict monitoring of the desilting process and maintain quality standards throughout the operation.

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