According to the BMC, a total of 30 illegal shops were removed on Friday as part of the ongoing action by the civic body’s F (North) Division
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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) continued its eviction drive for the second consecutive day near the Matunga Railway Station and Phool Bazaar area, targeting unauthorised constructions and encroachments.
According to the BMC, a total of 30 illegal shops were removed on Friday as part of the ongoing action by the civic body’s F (North) Division.
Under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner (Zone-2) Prashant Sapkale and Assistant Commissioner of F (North) Division Nitin Shukla, BMC officials carried out the operation on Bhandarkar Marg. The crackdown follows reports of encroachments obstructing footpaths and roads, causing inconvenience to pedestrians and traffic.
This latest action comes after a similar drive on March 6, during which 52 shops were evicted. Of the 30 shops cleared on Friday, 14 were identified as full encroachments, while the remaining had unauthorised additional constructions. The operation involved a workforce of 65 personnel, supported by a JCB machine and other vehicles.
The BMC has reiterated its commitment to reclaiming public spaces and ensuring smooth movement for residents. Officials have warned that strict action will continue against unauthorised structures in the area.
Matunga station becomes Central Railway’s first fully women-operated station
Matunga Station on Central Railway has made history as the first fully women-staffed railway station in India. This pioneering initiative, launched in July 2017, has set a benchmark for women's empowerment in public service and railway operations. In recognition of this achievement, Matunga Station was featured in the Limca Book of Records 2018 as the first station in the country to be fully managed by women.
A dedicated team of 32 women staff members, including 16 booking clerks, 9 ticket checkers, 6 operating staff, Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel, pointsmen, and safai karmacharis, manage every aspect of the station’s daily operations. Their responsibilities encompass ticketing, passenger safety, station operations, and maintenance, ensuring seamless service and efficient management.
Since the introduction of the all-women workforce, Matunga Station has witnessed remarkable success, with operations running efficiently and effectively. The initiative not only empowers women but also serves as a model for inclusivity and gender equality in traditionally male-dominated sectors like railway operations.
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