BMC to Upgrade Four South Mumbai Gardens with Bamboo Plantations and Landscaping

The BMC plans to enhance four gardens in South Mumbai through focused horticulture work, including bamboo plantations. The initiative aims to improve environmental conditions and reduce pollution. Soil quality will be enhanced to support plant growth, benefiting the gardens' popularity among residents and tourists. The project includes Cooperage Garden, Walter D'Souza Garden, BS Somani Garden, and one additional garden, with measures like topsoil removal and the addition of drought-resistant lawns.

Published Mar 19, 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will upgrade four gardens in South Mumbai, focusing on bamboo plantations and landscaping to improve environmental conditions and reduce pollution. The initiative includes Cooperage Garden, Walter D'Souza Garden, and BS Somani Garden, with a focus on enhancing soil quality for better plant growth.

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Measures include the removal of topsoil, which will be replaced with a nutrient-rich mix, and the introduction of fast-growing bamboo to aid in carbon sequestration. The upgrades aim to support long-term sustainability and cater to the area's high footfall.