GENRE: Explainers

At the backdrop of a climate crisis, an active citizen lists ways to be sustainable in Mumbai by using low waste alternatives.

Active citizen participation is important for citizens to understand how its civic budget is spent. A citizen audit in Mumbai could facilitate this.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) governs Mumbai through elected officials. Here is how the administration is structured.

For Mumbai’s slum population, living in dilapidated conditions, donations of pre-owned belongings in good condition could be very helpful.

Eight sewage treatment plants treat sewage in Mumbai before it is let out into the creeks and sea. But glaring gaps in the system lead to serious pollution.

Municipal Councillors in Mumbai are elected to oversee, represent and work on issues of public interest by developing areas in their constituencies.

To register a marriage in Mumbai, partners have various options, depending on their religious beliefs and how they want to solemnise their union.

For legal ownership over a flat, knowing how to register a flat in Mumbai is an important step for your property to be considered valid.

Domestic violence cases in Mumbai have risen. To protect themselves, women require a comprehensive understanding of legal procedure.

Since the number of people home testing for COVID-19 increased, the BMC has struggled with acccurately assessing infection rates in the city.

In a step towards encouraging responsible pet ownership, BMC has launched a drive for Mumbaikars to get their pet dogs licensed. Here are more details.

With BMC elections fast approaching, it is crucial for citizens to understand its relevance and how it handles civic issues.