Updated On: 09 October, 2025 09:17 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania
Mumbai traffic cops win praise for keeping city moving during UK Prime Minister Starmer’s visit

Vehicles plying near BKC during UK PM Keir Starmer’s Mumbai visit on Wednesday. Pics/Ashish Raje
Despite a packed city schedule and heavy security arrangements, the Mumbai traffic police ensured a remarkably smooth traffic flow during UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to the city on Wednesday, earning widespread appreciation for their precision planning and efficient execution.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters–Traffic) Rupali Rajendra Dhate explained that the department implemented a ‘Zero Parking Strategy’ along the PM’s entire route from Andheri to Colaba, under the supervision of Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Anil Kumbhare. The approach ensured that no roads were fully blocked for citizens during the VVIP movement.