Flooding in Mumbai: India's Urban Transport Response to Climate Change
Understanding Mumbai's Flooding Crisis
Mumbai, often hailed as a financial powerhouse, is facing a deteriorating situation due to the monsoon rains. Flooding has become a persistent threat to its urban transport, particularly the metro rail system that aims to ease congestion and enhance connectivity. Rapid urbanisation compounded by climate change has strained the city’s infrastructure, necessitating urgent disaster management strategies.
Challenges of Urban Transport
With more billionaires than any city except New York and London, Mumbai’s wealth contrasts sharply with its public transport inadequacies. Flooding leads to significant disruptions. Consequently, urban authorities must reevaluate transport strategies and financing of infrastructure ventures.
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