Mumbai News: BMC Initiates Action Against Abandoned Cars From Streets; Aims At Improving Traffic And Road Safety In City

Mumbai News: BMC Initiates Action Against Abandoned Cars From Streets; Aims At Improving Traffic And Road Safety In City

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has begun removing abandoned cars from the streets. Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has directed officials to take action, and external agencies have been hired to locate and remove these problematic vehicles.

Manasi KambleUpdated: Thursday, June 19, 2025, 12:05 PM IST
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Mumbai News: BMC Initiates Action Against Abandoned Cars From Streets; Aims At Improving Traffic And Road Safety In City | X (@mybmc, @jaidsen)

Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has been taking action against abandoned cars that stale on the sides of the road. A recent X post by the official X handle of BMC stated that the Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has instructed officials to remove abandoned and broken vehicles from the city's streets.

The official BMC post mentioned that the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is focusing on derelict vehicles on the streets of Mumbai. Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has directed officials to remove abandoned and damaged vehicles that are creating traffic and safety problems. The BMC has hired outside agencies for locating and removing vehicles and has started sending notices to owners.

The BMC has employed outside agencies to locate and eliminate these vehicles that are creating traffic jams and safety risks. The BMC has begun the process of removing abandoned vehicles and has sent notices to their owners.

Main regions impacted comprise Dahisar, Borivali, and Andheri. Working alongside law enforcement, the BMC seeks to improve road safety and reduce traffic congestion. Vehicles that are taken out of service will be dismantled, with profits supporting city finances. The initiative includes involvement from several officials, such as Additional Municipal Commissioner Abhijit Bangar and Joint Commissioner of Police Anil Kumbhare, among others.

The objective is to improve road safety for pedestrians and reduce traffic congestion. Areas with a high concentration of abandoned cars include Andheri, Borivali, and Dahisar. The BMC partners with the police to enhance the initiative. Vehicles that are towed will be taken apart, and the money generated will support local budgets. This initiative aims to improve the cleanliness and safety of the streets in Mumbai.

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