Archive · 1 Oct 2026
BMC Clears Borivali West Footpaths In Pedestrian First Drive
Mumbai’s civic body is trying to make footpaths easier and safer for people to use.
Its team removed buildings and stalls that had been blocking walkways in Borivali West.
In total, 20 unauthorised structures were demolished and 15 stalls were cleared.
The work took place on three roads, including roads near Borivali West railway station.
This was the first part of a campaign called Pedestrian First.
The campaign will target six important footpaths covering nearly 8 kilometres.
Workers also plan to remove other obstacles such as stored materials, signs and banners.
The goal is to help people walk without having to move onto busy roads.
The BMC demolished 20 unauthorised structures and cleared 15 illegal stalls in Borivali West.
The drive covered Lokmanya Tilak Road, Market Lane and Borivali Subway Road.
The action began the first phase of the Pedestrian First campaign across six footpaths spanning nearly 8 kilometres.
The cleared routes are expected to improve access for commuters using Borivali West railway station.
The operation involved two JCB machines, five dumpers, more than 10 civic officers, 20 workers and over 15 police personnel.
- Who
- The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s R Central Ward team, supported by civic workers and police personnel.
- What
- A drive demolished 20 unauthorised structures and cleared 15 illegal stalls from footpaths.
- When
- During the first phase of the Pedestrian First campaign; the article does not provide a specific date.
- Where
- Borivali West, along Lokmanya Tilak Road, Market Lane and Borivali Subway Road.
- Why
- To restore public footpaths, improve pedestrian safety and provide clearer access through high-footfall areas.
- Structures demolished
- 20 unauthorised structures
- Stalls cleared
- 15 illegal stalls
- Footpath coverage
- Six footpaths covering nearly 8 kilometres
- Campaign
- Pedestrian First
- Equipment deployed
- Two JCB machines and five dumpers
- Civic workforce
- More than 10 officers and civic staff, plus 20 workers
- Police deployment
- More than 15 police personnel