Mumbai's Bhandup rejected reds for rightward shift, but life continues to be austere

S Ward, a former Communist stronghold, has shifted to a Shiv Sena bastion, yet faces persistent civic and environmental crises. Despite electoral predictability, residents endure poor roads, delayed infrastructure, pollution, and flooding, fueling frustration and activism. Political promises remain unfulfilled, highlighting a governance gap.

Mumbai's Bhandup rejected reds for rightward shift, but life continues to be austere
S Ward, a former Communist stronghold, has shifted to a Shiv Sena bastion, yet faces persistent civic and environmental crises. Despite electoral predictability, residents endure poor roads, delayed infrastructure, pollution, and flooding, fueling frustration and activism. Political promises remain unfulfilled, highlighting a governance gap.