The Praja Foundation on Tuesday launched its “Report on the Status of Civic Issues in Mumbai,” with a focus on Water, Sewerage, Solid Waste Management, Toilets, and Air Quality and flagging basic civic shortfalls in the city.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), stands out as one of the wealthiest municipal corporations in the world. Its annual budget surpasses that of many Indian states. For 2025–2026, the BMC announced its annual budget to be Rs 74,366.76 crores, 24 per cent more than the last fiscal year.