The SHOCKING Truth About Mumbai's Coastal Road Project

Mumbai’s most ambitious infrastructure project — the Coastal Road Phase 2 — promises faster commutes and reduced traffic. But behind the sleek highways and glossy blueprints lies a hidden story: 60,000 mangroves at risk, rising pollution, and irreversible ecological damage, raising the question, 'Will Mumbai regret the Coastal Road?' In this episode of The Climate Brief, we unpack the real cost of the Mumbai Coastal Road — a megaproject that could reshape the city’s future… for better or worse. From tree loss and air pollution to shrinking green cover and flood risks, this is the side of the project few are talking about. 📊 Key facts covered: ₹20,000 crore investment 33+ hectares of forest to vanish Less than 0.1% of Mumbai using Phase 1 Air quality, PM10 & PM2.5 pollution breakdown Mangrove survival data from past projects 📌 Chapters 00:00 - Intro 02:24 - Speed vs Survival 06:36 - The Last Buffer 👉 If you live in Mumbai, this concerns you. 🛑 Before we speed ahead, maybe we should stop and listen. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments. 🔔 Subscribe for more stories where cities meet nature, power, and people. Stay updated on the latest climate news by subscribing to our newsletter: https://sunnyclimatestormyclimate.sub... #MumbaiCoastalRoad #InfrastructureCrisis #UrbanPlanning #Mangroves #MumbaiNews #TrafficJam #EnvironmentalLoss #TreeCutting #CityPlanning #DevelopmentVsNature