876 buildings in South Mumbai dilapidated, says BMC

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has said 876 buildings in south Mumbai are dilapidated and in imminent state of collapse.

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has said 876 buildings in south Mumbai are dilapidated and in imminent state of collapse.

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A pre-monsoon survey conducted by the civic body said 876 buildings, mainly located in A, B and C wards are in dilapidated state.

Besides being privately owned, the buildings belong to Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority, and the BMC.

Wards like A, B and C have four to six storeyed buildings constructed 100-125 years ago, the survey said.

"Roads and lanes are narrow, sewage and garbage disposal systems have completely collapsed leading to unhygienic conditions. Existing structures act as a death trap, in case of tragic accidents, like fire," the survey said.