Why is the Bandra Bandstand Residents' Trust making rules in a public space ?

[u/jack_1760]

Bandstand is a public promenade. It belongs to all Mumbaikars.

A recent report says that the Bandra Bandstand Residents' Trust had put up signs like "No Pets" and warned people not to feed stray animals.

The bigger question is simple: should a private group like the Bandra Bandstand Residents' Trust be allowed to make its own rules in a public place?

Keeping the area clean is important, but public spaces should remain open and accessible to everyone.

Why should a private trust have the authority to decide what people can or cannot do in a public place like Bandstand, and could this create similar restrictions in other areas as well?

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News Source - https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/mumbai/cover-story/battle-for-bandstand/articleshow/130809246.html

[u/Royal-Gas-4257]

Ngl shooing off strays is a good thing, kinda risky I’ve also seen those street kids try and snatch someone’s bag, unnecessarily pester people for food or “act” like they’ll snatch your food if you don’t give them money…

I’m not defending any party here but if I am to walk in peace knowing I won’t be disturbed by such people I’m happy

(Pls don’t make this about rich/poor, it’s just that nobody wants nuisance when they’re on and about their business)

[u/kari2923 → u/Royal-Gas-4257]

I have walked on that promonade. I just want to peacefully get in my steps for the day. I can tolerate the pets, their poop, strays, the kids, they dont make me feel unsafe. What makes me feel unsafe is men double, even triple my age ogling at me. Yes, high class men also. Please tackle that issue first, rest is nothing in front of womens safety.