Mumbai s recent dust storm and subsequent rainfall brought relief but also havoc to homes along the Mithi riverbanks, reminding residents of impending monsoon woes and unmet election promises. Despite hefty investments in the Mithi River rejuvenation project, flooding persists, with corporators and activists criticizing authorities for ineffective flood prevention measures. Memories of the 2005 deluge haunt neighbourhoods like Kranti Nagar and Sandesh Nagar in Kurla, underscoring the urgency of addressing pollution and infrastructure issues along the river.
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Residents in low-lying slums around the Mithi river live with one eye on its water level, ready to move out at a moment s notice when the river floods in the monsoon