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Articles by Hepzi Anthony

About Hepzi Anthony
Hepzi Anthony is an independent journalist from Mumbai, who writes on public policy, governance, urban development, mobility, environment etc. She started her career in journalism with The Asian Age and since then has worked with publications like Mid-day and the Free Press Journal. In a career spanning over two and a half decades - both as a full-time reporter and as a freelancer - she has covered various aspects of life in Mumbai right from crime to courts, education, municipal corporation to political parties and the state secretariat. She also briefly dabbled in doing TV stories for Mid-day Television. She feels strongly about the reducing tree cover of Mumbai and believes that spaces like Aarey and Sanjay Gandhi National Park should be safeguarded by the city and its people.
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used clothes sold on the street at a market
Economy

Mumbai’s used clothes market waits for stability and recognition

January 2, 2023 Hepzi Anthony

A glimpse into the used clothes market at Marol, the challenges the sellers face in this sector and who their customers are.

lion staring at the camera
Environment

Lion safari in Sanjay Gandhi National Park to re-open with newcomers from Gujarat

December 20, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

The Lion Safari will soon restart at the SGNP as part of the Animal Exchange Programme with the Sakkarbaug Zoological Garden in Gujarat.

Fisher women selling dried fish in Mumbai
Infrastructure

Mumbai’s oldest dry fish market struggles to retain its distinct identity

December 9, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

The dried fish market of Andheri might be the oldest, but its inhabitants, the Kolis, are fighting to stand their ground amidst rapid development.

woman drying fish by the beach
Environment

Livelihoods under severe stress as climate change impacts Mumbai’s dried fish sector

November 23, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

Fisherpeople involved in dry fish trade demand compensation on the lines granted to farmers who face regular climate change problems.

Santacruz SV Road skywalk with truncated ends that have been closed using bamboo sticks
Infrastructure

After 15 years of existence, skywalks may get escalators. But will they get more users?

November 10, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

A deep dive into the planning processes behind skywalks, reasons for low footfall and the need to meet new challenges as new metro lines are built.

Tin sheds put up as view cutters at Vile Parle skywalk
Infrastructure

Mumbai skywalks: Worries to address before city spends crores on more

November 3, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

As opposition to new skywalks rises, planners contemplate phasing out skywalks. Should Mumbai do away with skywalks altogether?

Electric bikes parked on the road
Commute

State government issues advisory as battery fires raise concerns about EV safety

October 25, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

Battery fires, including one that led to a death in the city, have created doubts about EV safety. Here’s what the government is doing to avert accidents.

FDA Official sealing oil cartons at a godown
Health

Explainer: Dos and don’ts about food adulteration

September 27, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

What can you do if you find that the food product you have purchased is adulterated or spoilt? How do authorities check food adulteration?

A view of slum clusters near the airport in Mumbai
Infrastructure

Airport slum dwellers worried about multiple challenges in redevelopment plans

September 7, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

As slum redevelopment around the Mumbai airport gains momentum, residents continue to be sceptical of the project and its outcomes for them.

view of slums in Mumbai
Infrastructure

Interview with Slum Redevelopment Authority (SRA): Where does the slum-free Mumbai goal stand?

September 5, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

Slums in Mumbai continue to leave families in poor living conditions. CEO of the Slum Redevelopment Authority (SRA) explains their plans.

slum housing in Dharavi
Infrastructure

27 years on, Mumbai’s Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has failed to deliver

August 31, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

Despite the schemes of the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA), the dreams of making Mumbai slum free and ensuring permanent housing for all has failed.

BEST workers line up for a strike in Mumbai
Commute

Sporadic bus workers’ strikes could continue, so what is BEST doing?

August 12, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

With regular strikes from BEST workers in the city, fundamental issues remain unresolved by the civic body. Activists claim a push to privatisation.

a mumbai citizen reads out a political party pamphlet
Governance

How the new mid-term Maharashtra government will affect Mumbaikars on-ground

July 28, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

A new government has taken oath in Maharashtra and citizens are bearing the brunt of drastic changes to existing policy.

a lifeguard patrolling on a mumbai beach
Civic

Safety on Mumbai’s beaches: Is the city doing enough?

July 13, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

Six people have drowned this year, in the city. With 93 lifeguards spread across Mumbai’s beaches – what is to be done to make them safer?

tanker water supply on a street in mumbai
Water Supply

What do the new groundwater guidelines mean for tanker water supply in Mumbai?

June 15, 2022 Hepzi Anthony

Restrictions on tanker water supply in Mumbai have led to protests by tanker owners and operators. Here’s a look at what is bothering them.

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