Following this paper’s exposé on the illegal debris dumping in the mangroves and Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) areas of Versova village, the Mangrove Cell has taken action. High-tech CCTV cameras are set to be installed in the area to monitor and protect the mangroves.

The cell plans to implement a video surveillance system in five zones, covering locations in Mumbai, Thane, Bhiwandi, Navi Mumbai, Panvel and Uran. The aim is to ensure mangrove protection, enhance public safety, prevent encroachment and dumping and maintain law and order in mangrove areas across the MMR.