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Bandra residents in Mumbai have opposed the Maharashtra Maritime Board's (MMB) plan to introduce commercial activities along the Carter Road promenade, arguing it could compromise its public nature. Represented by IMPACT Citizens Movement for Environment and Civic Action, locals met officials to reject private partnership models for revenue generation, noting that municipal taxes should cover maintenance. They highlighted visual pollution, unequal treatment of suburbs versus South Mumbai, and the promenade's protected status. Earlier attempts to install 35 LED hoardings were halted after public objection, reflecting citizen vigilance over waterfront commercialisation.
Residents of Bandra recently engaged with Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) officials to raise concerns about proposed commercialisation of the Carter Road promenade. Represented by IMPACT Citizens Movement for Environment and Civic Action they strongly questioned the plan to introduce private partnerships and revenue-generating installations along the public waterfront. The locals stressed that the promenade, managed jointly by MMB and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for over three decades, has been maintained without commercial intervention, and municipal funds already support upkeep. Advertisement
During the discussions, residents pointed out that suburban areas like Carter Road are being targeted for commercialisation, whereas similar measures are rarely applied to South Mumbai promenades. They highlighted potential visual and environmental impacts, warning that structures such as LED hoardings and advertising installations could degrade the promenade's character. Locals also underscored that the area is classified as a protected open space under city planning regulations, making commercialisation inconsistent with urban development norms.
The engagement comes shortly after a proposal to install 35 LED hoardings along the promenade was put on hold following public objection. Authorities had been asked to review whether such installations aligned with city development plans, reflecting wider civic concern about monetising public spaces. Residents welcomed the beginning of repair work on damaged tiles along the promenade and urged the MMB to consult stakeholders before approving any future commercial plans.
Residents further emphasized that private partnerships should not override the public nature of spaces used by the community for recreation and social activity. They requested transparent planning processes and equitable application of policies across Mumbai, ensuring that no area is unfairly targeted for revenue while others remain unaffected. The discussions reinforced the principle that civic spaces should remain accessible and safe for all citizens.
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