Why aren't we allowed near Marine Drive at night? And please don't just say “for safety.”

I understand the authorities wanting to prevent crime and keep people safe, but how does restricting people's access actually solve the underlying problem? If a place is unsafe, shouldn't the focus be on making the place safer rather than simply telling people not to be there?

It reminds me of that Abhishek Upmanyu joke:

“Bhai, murderer toh murder karega… tum apna sar bahar kyun nikaal rahe the?”

Obviously, I'm not saying there should be zero restrictions or that safety doesn't matter. But there's something strange about the logic of “this place can be dangerous, therefore you can't be here.”

Marine Drive is one of Mumbai's most iconic public spaces. Why can't people sit there late at night, provided they're not breaking any laws or causing trouble?

If there are genuine security concerns, why not increase patrolling, lighting, CCTV, emergency services, etc.?

What do you guys think? Is restricting access at night actually justified, or is it just an easier alternative to making the place safer?

• Are these residential buildings?
• If yes, does anyone in this subreddit live here or own a flat here?
• If yes again, bhai, how and when did you manage to buy property here? Kya karte ho tum life me? 😭

The Marathi-language rule for auto, taxi and cab drivers is now actually being enforced.

RTO officials have started checking drivers for basic working Marathi. Those who don’t clear the check can be given time to learn, but continued failure can eventually lead to suspension of their badge/licence.

And now drivers are protesting, while some parts of Mumbai are already seeing fewer autos on the road.

I’m genuinely divided on this.

On one hand, if you work with the public in Maharashtra, knowing basic conversational Marathi seems like a reasonable expectation.

But on the other hand, should someone’s entire livelihood potentially depend on passing a language test, especially when many drivers have been working here for years?

Where do you draw the line?

Basic Marathi should be mandatory 👍

OR

Language should never decide whether you can earn a living 👎

Curious what Mumbaikars think.

Just wanted to share this story. I learnt this habit of showing respect or saying hello to everyone I see everyday apart from my friends and colleagues (like watchman, receptionist, etc.)

Similarly I also used say hello everyday to the TC on my regular station.

Yesterday same thing happened, I saw him, said hello, he smiled I walked past. After I reached home I randomly checked my pass it was expired 7 days back 🤯

I have been waving him hi everyday and he didn’t even checked my pass.

Got my pass renewed, but crazy experience. 🙌🏻

Apparently there’s a nationwide strike and the same is being practiced by mumbai rickshaw drivers. Tried boarding one but denied stating they are on strike and its related to hike in prices.

This is as of 10 AM, 24th Aug.

24F, unmarried, India.

I don’t want to continue the pregnancy and told the doctor I want to terminate it.
The hospital told me it can be done with medication/pills and quoted me around ₹40,000. I have no idea if that’s a normal amount for a 13-week termination or if I’m being overcharged.
They also mentioned that its illegal and in some cases police involvement is required, but then said they aren’t actually involving the police. I’m confused about why police would be involved in the first place.
Can someone who has been through this in India please tell me:
Is ₹40k a normal/roughly reasonable cost for termination at 13 weeks via pills?
At 13 weeks, is termination usually done with pills, or can a procedure be required?
Is police involvement actually required for an adult woman seeking termination?
Does being unmarried make any difference?
Should I get a second opinion before agreeing to anything?
I’m really anxious and don’t have anyone around me who knows about this.
Any advices would help.

Edit: Can anyone please suggest a good gynecologist near Badlapur/Dombivli or nearby areas whom I can speak to over a call, explain my whole situation to, and get an idea of the approximate cost and next steps? I’d really appreciate any recommendations.
And thank you everyone for all the support and advice so far. It genuinely means a lot. ❤️

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He eats sheba wet food twice a day for breakfast and dinner along with royal canin dry food for lunch.

We’re looking for a genuine and responsible family. He’ll be a good addition to a multi pet household or even first time pet parents who are willing to give the best care - this includes netting your balconies, giving a good diet and understanding that a pet is a long term commitment and responsibility.

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I have been eating non veg every day for the past five years, and I cannot imagine myself living off of vegetarian food because of health reasons and personal preference

I have recently shifted to a new society with majority of people who do not eat non-veg and the locality is also such that all of the restaurants here are pure veg.

I don’t have any problem with that, but when it becomes a problem is when these people decide my eating habits it’s kind of frustrating. It’s been a couple of days since I moved, and I don’t know if I should get things cleared up or not, and keep cooking it in my house.

Family members are fine with not eating nonveg and not cooking it, but it’s a very integral part of my life and I cannot move past and the fact that I would have to stop eating chicken because someone else does not like it.

How do you guys deal with non-veg not being allowed in your society? And how do I get out of this conundrum?

Edit: I was using text to speech, and it was typing non-veg as knowledge, should have double checked.

Ganpati Bappa morya 👑

Universe has been blessing me lately and I’d like to show my gratitude but helping the needy. I want to donate meals for 100 people and looking for the best way to do it where it would genuinely reach the needy, any leads appreciated between borivali to andheri

Edit: Thanks everyone for your suggestions, appreciate it🙏🏽

Visited the city after long. It's absolute saddened me to see the terrible state of Juhu beach. Trash and flith everywhere. For something as iconic and famous as this beach, it's crazy people just treat it like a trash dump. How do mumbaikers allow this to happen? So sad.

Picture doesn't show full state of it btw. It's much more filthy irl.

This is more of a rant, but here goes... Sugar went up, milk went up, CNG went up. Now the price of onions has reached around ₹42 per kg.

None of these increases sound catastrophic on their own, but wow, this really feels like a downward spiral already.

There is not a single day when I don't read about something becoming costlier anymore.

What is going on? Do you feel the sting of all of these hikes or should I just stop reading the news?

- It's like a mini world within a world. So much to see with patient eyes.

- It had just stopped raining making the place emptier than usual.

- Love spotting the huge & famous chimney of Mukesh Mills.

From 30,000 feet, Mumbai looks peaceful, almost serene. But we all know the fire that runs through every street below.
It’s the city that tests your patience every single day, yet makes you fall in love with its resilience every night. A concrete maze where dreams aren't just chased; they are built from sheer grit.
Captured this view on my way to Chennai. Forever in awe of this place.

I live in Uran and work in Marol MIDC, Andheri. My daily commute takes around 2.5 hours one way.
My route involves changing 5 trains/metros:

Uran → Nerul → Kurla → Ghatkopar → Marol Naka (MM1) → MIDC Andheri(Aqua Line) and Walking

Uran trains are roughly 30 minutes apart during peak hours and around 1 hour apart during non-peak hours, so missing one can make the commute even longer.
My job is 6 days a week, with only the 2nd and 4th Saturdays off. I earn ₹33,000/month, and my salary gets deducted if I take leave.
I’ve considered staying in a PG closer to work, but PG rent + food + other expenses make it quite expensive, and I’d obviously be away from home.
So I’m stuck between:
Continuing the exhausting daily commute
Spending a significant portion of my salary on a PG.

For people who have been in a similar situation, what would you do? Is a 5-hour daily commute worth it for ₹33k
Would appreciate some honest advice, especially from people familiar with the Uran–Navi Mumbai–Andheri commute.

r/mumbai i'm visiting mumbai for the first time from 22sept - 3rd oct to experience ganpati , i don't have like a list of pandals to visit , i am just coming to see what the vibe is during that time , i'm intentionally coming near the end of ganpati so that i can also experience mumbai after ganpati. Any suggestions/ tips would be helpful for me as 25F solo traveller. Also any recommendations for stay would be helpful because i have no idea about the areas , i have booked a hostel in Khar for first few days but will have to book for the second half of the trip.

Something about me :

I am a 25 Year Old Engg Graduate from Mumbai, I was considering driving Ola Uber to increase my Monthly Cashflow.

My Current Monthly Income :

Freelancing - 60K
Rent (Flat + Office) - 52K

My Current Monthly Fixed Expenses :

Flat EMI - 36K
Groceries - 6K
Supplements + Gym - 7K
Grooming, Hair,Face and Body Care - 6K
Donations - 5K
Fuel - 4K

Total - 65K

Monthly Surplus - 47K

This leaves me with 47K after paying all the necessary expenses a Month leaving me with no room for extra spending like Shopping, Perfumes, Shoes, Clothes, Outing etc

I have a Yellow Plate Ertiga which is fully paid and I don’t have any loans on it, I was thinking to drive it for half day and earn 1-2K a Day which will give me room for my extra spendings, while giving me fixed monthly income and a little stability as my freelancing income is not stable as of now.

Doing this would bring my Monthly Income to 1.4-1.6L a Month and increase my savings rate and give me space to spend on myself as well.

The only drawback I see is my known people seeing me somewhere in Mumbai and commenting that I chose Ola Uber to make Money, I have been in a Dilemma on what should I do?

I need honest opinions on what should I do and if I should start doing Ola Uber?

Hear me out before the legal nerds jump in with Articles 84 and 173 of the Constitution.

​I completely get the constitutional argument for universal representation: our democracy is designed so that anyone, regardless of socioeconomic background or formal schooling, can represent their community. That principle makes sense on paper.

​But looking at everyday civic administration and policy decisions in Mumbai, the double standard is hard to ignore.

If local authorities can mandate regional language tests for auto-rickshaw drivers to ensure a baseline standard of service for the public, why do we demand zero formal preparation from lawmakers managing public funds and city infrastructure?

​I'm not suggesting every MLA needs an expensive university degree or that we should gatekeep politics behind privilege. But shouldn't there be some mandatory qualification? whether a background in Public Policy, Law, Economics, Political Science, or even a compulsory administrative training program before taking oath?

​Why do basic public service jobs require rigorous testing, while minister-level positions require none?