With reference to the editorial, “Raining problems” (August 31), Mumbai was thrown out of gear due to heavy rain. As usual, the blame game began with political parties blaming each other for the deluge.
The state government and the municipal authorities failed to control the damage, resulting in the loss of crores of rupees. It is the duty of the municipal authorities to be prepared for unforeseen calamities. The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai is a cash-rich body. It should spend money on improving the drainage system, especially in areas prone to flooding. In many places drains are choked by
