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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has temporarily suspended the proposed concretisation of Auxilium Convent Lane in the Pali Hill area of Bandra (West) following concerns raised by local residents. Municipal Commissioner and Administrator Bhushan Gagrani issued the order after receiving a formal petition from the residents, urging the BMC to reconsider the project.
In their petition, residents highlighted that the road is currently in good condition, being a small, narrow lane with minimal traffic. They expressed worries that the proposed construction work could damage the fully grown trees lining the road. The residents also raised concerns about the impact on daily commuters, particularly the students of a girls’ primary school located at the end of the road.
Furthermore, the petition pointed out the risks posed to the elderly population living in the area, as dust from the construction could exacerbate health problems. The residents also noted the upcoming redevelopment project for a residential building on the same road, which would likely worsen the situation for locals.
In addition, the residents expressed anxiety over potential difficulties in emergency situations, such as medical crises or fires, if the road were under construction.
Taking these factors into account, Commissioner Gagrani directed a temporary halt to the concretisation project and instructed the roads department to engage with residents, assess the situation in detail, and make an informed decision before moving forward with any further work.
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