"The layer will be removed over the next few days, and fresh asphalt will be laid within the next one to two days," the statement said

It said that the mastic layer, which was applied as a temporary measure, was originally added to prevent damage to the road during the monsoon season. It was placed on the inner and main bridges to prevent expansion of joints and to ensure the durability of the road surface

The statement said that the road, which had been paved with asphalt before July 2024, had some areas where the joints had widened. To prevent further damage and ensure the road remains strong, the mastic was applied in specific areas before the monsoon

The BMC said that the Mumbai Coastal Road (South) is completely safe and free of any cracks or potholes

In an earlier statement, the BMC had stated the that visuals and images of an additional mastic layer applied on the bridge near Haji Ali on the Dharmveer Swarajyarakshak Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Mumbai Coastal Road (South) project are being circulated in the media. These visuals have led to allegations that the project has construction flaws. However, the BMC administration strongly asserts that these claims are baseless. The project is completely safe, and there are no cracks or potholes on the road.