Mumbai, August 3, 2026: In a major crackdown on open dumping, the BMC has intensified its drive to eliminate Garbage Vulnerable Points (GVPs) across Mumbai. Of the 231 identified GVPs, 49 have been permanently removed, while CCTV cameras have been installed at 73 vulnerable locations to deter littering, strengthen surveillance and facilitate penal action.
Surveillance Intensified Across Wards
Civic data show the highest number of GVPs in M-East (Deonar–Mankhurd) and G-North (Dadar–Mahim), with 23 each, followed by P-North (Malad) (22), M-West (Chembur) (21) and G-South (Worli) (19), underscoring the persistence of illegal dumping in these wards.
Surveillance has been ramped up, with the highest number of CCTV cameras installed in G-South (13), followed by F-South (Parel) (11), F-North (Sewri) and N (Ghatkopar) (8 each), and S (Bhandup) (6).
Citywide Cleanliness Drive
Following a recent rap from the Bombay High Court over uncleared garbage on Mumbai's roads and pavements, the BMC has launched a citywide cleanliness crackdown, directing all ward officials to permanently eliminate GVPs through intensive monitoring, stricter enforcement and improved waste collection.
The drive targets chronic dumping hotspots, including markets, arterial roads, footpaths, public spaces, beaches and drains.
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Focus On Waste Management
The civic body has geo-tagged all major garbage hotspots on Google Maps and directed officials to identify waste generators, plug gaps in collection and transportation, engage residents and market associations, and intensify public awareness campaigns.
It is also strengthening interception systems to prevent plastic and solid waste from entering creeks and the Arabian Sea.
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