Residents of Golibar, particularly in the Muzaffar Chowk area of Santacruz East, Mumbai – 55, are facing severe civic and health problems due to clogged gutters, overflowing drainage lines, and illegal encroachments built over public drains.
According to local residents, the area has remained in an unhygienic condition for more than a month, with no proper cleaning or maintenance work being carried out. Streets and narrow lanes are flooded with dirty water every morning, making daily life difficult for families, senior citizens, and children.
Residents allege that several unauthorized structures and encroachments have been illegally constructed over drainage and gutter lines, blocking the natural flow of wastewater. Because of this obstruction, sewage water frequently overflows onto public roads and residential lanes, creating foul smells and unsafe living conditions.
The worsening sanitation crisis has also raised serious public health concerns. Locals fear the rapid spread of diseases such as Malaria, Dengue, and other mosquito-borne infections due to stagnant dirty water and increasing mosquito breeding in the locality.
Citizens have expressed disappointment over the lack of attention from civic authorities and elected representatives. Many residents claim that despite repeated complaints, no effective action has been taken by the concerned departments.
The residents have now demanded immediate intervention from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Commissioner and the H/East Ward Maintenance Department. They are urging authorities to:
- Remove all illegal encroachments constructed over drainage lines.
- Carry out urgent desilting and cleaning of clogged gutters.
- Conduct regular sanitation and anti-mosquito drives.
- Take strict action against negligent officials and violators responsible for illegal construction activities.
Locals warn that if immediate action is not taken, the situation may turn into a major health emergency in the Golibar area. Residents are also considering approaching higher authorities and launching public protests if the issue continues to be ignored.
