Bandra fire
Fires break out in Bandra, Andheri
More than 100 homes gutted, no major casualties reported.
Police suspect arson in Bandra fire, 1 held
The fireball led to a massive blaze that engulfed several shanties.
Booking office to remain shut due to wiring issues
The new booking office is located on the new foot overbridge (FOB) towards the Borivali end of the station.
Garibnagar residents fume at civic body
A civic notice dated October 25 had warned residents to vacate the premises within two days.
Vote-hungry politicians foster shanties’ proliferation
Politicians, in a bid to save their dedicated vote banks in the area, often stop the BMC from demolishing the shanties.
BMC’s lethargy ‘fuels’ slum blazes
Failed to act against encroachments despite fires in 2009 and 2011, locals allege corruption.
Major fire breaks out in Bandra slums
The exact cause, however, is still being investigated, Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) officials said.