The Times of India

Charkop Koliwada fishermen fear livelihood loss as Mumbai coastal road threatens mangroves, creek ecosystem

A planned coastal road threatens the livelihood of 50 fishing families in Charkop koliwada, Mumbai. Despite alignment changes, approach roads and bridge construction will destroy vital mangrove habitats and the aquatic environment, impacting fish nurseries and local wildlife. Fisherfolk fear the irreversible damage to their centuries-old way of life.