Mumbai, Jan. 14 -- Mumbai Police tightened security ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls on Thursday. The voting will take place from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Police personnel installed barricades at various locations and conducted checks on passing vehicles.

Earlier, the South Mumbai Returning Officer, Krishna Jadhav, urged people in Mumbai to cast their votes, stating that officials are making every effort.

The South Mumbai Returning Officer also discussed the arrangements made to ensure a smooth voting experience for voters in the municipal polls.

Speaking to ANI, Jadhav said, "We have a team in place that will assist senior citizens. They will take them to the voting compound...We encourage voters to come and cas...