Following multiple reports by mid-day, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated action in Borivli’s Bhaji Market Gully, clearing it of hawkers and dismantling makeshift shops that had encroached on footpaths and roads since 2013. After mid-day’s reports, the State Human Rights Commission took suo motu cognisance of the matter and issued summons to the BMC commissioner, demanding accountability for years of inaction despite repeated complaints from authorities and residents. 
 
mid-day's coverage this month highlighted how hawkers had occupied the entire road, making it nearly impossible for pedestrians to walk or vehicles to pass. The situation had worsened to the point that BEST bus routes through Court Lane in the area had to be diverted, as confirmed in an affidavit filed by BEST with the human rights commission.

Nov 29: The stretch, which has been cleared by the authorities. Pic/Nimesh Dave