In Mumbai, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has expressed serious concerns over the environmental and public health risks posed by illegal dumping in the Mankhurd nullah, particularly as the monsoon season approaches. Following a report highlighting the unusual green discoloration of water in the drain, MPCB officials conducted an inspection and found untreated sewage from nearby slums, along with significant amounts of garbage and accumulated silt obstructing water flow. The report noted that the discoloration could result from untreated sewage, detergent-laden wastewater, and algae growth. In response, the MPCB issued a notice to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on May 19, recommending immediate corrective actions, including the identification of sewage discharge points and the installation of CCTV cameras to monitor illegal dumping activities. During a recent BMC standing committee meeting, corporators criticized the slow pace of desilting work across the city, warning that inadequate preparation could lead to severe flooding. A site inspection of problematic areas in Zone V is scheduled for Monday to address these concerns.