Mumbai: A part of Kala Ghoda precinct beautification project, with redesigned streets, improved lighting, open-air café seating and landscaped public spaces, was inaugurated by CM Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday morning. The first phase covers five roads in the area. Every Saturday and Sunday from 6 pm to midnight, these streets will be vehicle-free and open exclusively to pedestrians.Inspired by Buchanan Street in Glasgow and Carnaby Street in London, the Kala Ghoda beautification project will offer a unique experience for citizens and tourists, said BJP corporator Makarand Narwekar.Under the project, internal roads in the Kala Ghoda area such as V B Gandhi Marg (Forbes Street), Ropewalk Lane, Saibaba Road, Rutherford Street, and B Bharucha Road have been renovated. These roads will function as pedestrian-only zones on Saturdays and Sundays.A major highlight of the project is the installation of four sculptures created by artists from Sir J.J School of Art, adding to the artistic character of the precinct. An al fresco dining facility is also expected to be introduced soon, allowing visitors to enjoy open-air dining.One of the residents, Maria Gureto Shiko, said, “It’s a dream come true project for us. We have visited to countries like London and Paris . It’s a proud moment for us to see something on that stature in Mumbai.”
