Mumbai Sky Walks: A Path To Nowhere?

By: Aleesha Sam | February 08, 2024

In Mumbai, skywalks are as safe pedestrian pathways which has been now overshadowed by neglect and dissatisfaction.

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Citizens are raising concerns over more than 15 skywalks across the city.

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Bainganwadi Junction skywalk in Govandi, after dark due to its lack of lighting and safety features its is considered as perilous among commuters.

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Vikroli's P Soman Marg Skywalk and Vikhroli Station West suffer from neglect, favouring safety concerns and illicit activities due to poor infrastructure.

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Initially constructed by the Mumbai MMRDA, these skywalks were later entrusted to the BMC for maintenance. But, reports show the poor mismanagement by the authorities.

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Despite BMC's claims of regular maintenance, alarming scenes were discovered by the Free Press Journal raising doubts about the adequacy of BMC.

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A regular commuter from Sion, emphasised on importance of proper utilisation of skywalks and advocates for safety measures.

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Although, encroachments on the Sion Skywalk outside the railway station have worsened safety concerns.

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In the face of these challenges, Mumbai's skywalks seem to lead not to safety, but to a path of neglect and dissatisfaction.

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