Chembur and surrounding areas in Mumbai's M West Ward are reportedly facing severe civic distress as rapid redevelopment brings dust pollution, broken roads, traffic snarls, and unchecked encroachments, prompting residents to demand urgent action and sustainable urban planning.

Mumbai's groundbreaking Santacruz-Chembur Link Road extension featuring South Asia's first 90-degree curved cable-stayed bridge opens August 14, 2025, promising 15-20 minutes travel time savings and revolutionizing east-west connectivity across the city.