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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has classified 322 buildings in the city as 'extremely dangerous,' requiring immediate evacuation and demolition. Despite official notices, 74 of these buildings are still occupied, raising serious safety concerns. Most of these structures are located in Bandra, Malad, and Ghatkopar. The BMC has warned residents that it will not be held responsible for any loss of life or property if they ignore the evacuation orders. Civic officials are urging urgent cooperation, especially with the monsoon approaching, as old and unsafe buildings are at greater risk of collapse during heavy rains.
As the monsoon season nears, the BMC has flagged 322 buildings across Mumbai as structurally unsafe and dangerous. These buildings fall under the 'C1' category, which means they must be evacuated and demolished immediately due to high safety risks. Advertisement
So far, only 57 of these buildings have been vacated, while 74 continue to be occupied despite repeated warnings. The West Ward-covering areas like Bandra, Khar, and Santacruz-has the highest number of such buildings, with 74 on the list. Malad (P North) follows with 45, and Ghatkopar (N Ward) has 44 dangerous structures.
In contrast, some areas like Marine Drive, Churchgate, and Byculla have fewer than three such buildings each. Civic officials say they have served notices to all concerned residents and building owners, but many continue to stay due to lack of alternative housing or delays in relocation.
The BMC has reminded owners of these buildings that they must carry out a structural audit and submit the report within 30 days. The audit must be conducted by BMC-approved engineers. If the structure is confirmed as unsafe, further action will follow, including demolition. Notices have been issued under Section 353B of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888, which mandates evacuation based on structural condition.
Common issues reported in these dangerous buildings include major cracks, damage to slabs and beams, exposed steel reinforcements, and water seepage. Many of the structures are old, with no recent repairs, making them particularly vulnerable during heavy rains.
Civic authorities are urging residents not to ignore evacuation notices and to contact helpline 1916 for relocation assistance. The BMC has also made it clear that residents who choose to remain in unsafe buildings do so at their own risk.
As Mumbai continues to grapple with aging infrastructure and monsoon-related challenges, the need for timely evacuation and structural redevelopment is more urgent than ever.
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