ANALYSIS OF POLLUTION IN MUMBAI CITY DISTRICT: CASE OF WARD ‘A’

Abstract

Human activity and natural processes causes air and noise pollution. The levels of air and noise pollution in Mumbai are high and rising. The objectives of this paper are to analyse the levels of air and noise pollution in Mumbai City District, to understand the causes of air and noise pollution in the area, and to suggest applicable measures to minimize the impact in the area. The area covered for the present study is Mumbai City District and the unit of analysis is wards. It consists of nine wards viz. A, B, C, D, E, F/N, F/S, G/N and G/S out of which Ward A has been selected for the study. The research methodology is divided into three phases- pre-field, on-field and post-field. The major findings shows that northern part of the study area is worst affected by air pollution. However, this is only when compared, the levels are independently high and cross the ideal levels for a healthy environment. To conclude it can be said that people should switch over to public transport instead of using private vehicles. People should wear mask while travelling as a precaution from pollutants and the Government must undertake road widening wherever possible.