India, May 12 -- As a measure to tackle floods in the upcoming monsoon season, there will be 417 dewatering pumps deployed across Mumbai. The BMC has also identified 386 flood-prone spots in the city. Backup systems, including vehicle-mounted diesel generators and mobile pumping units, are to be kept ready to minimize response time in emergencies.

The 417 dewatering pumps deployed across the city are slightly lesser than the 482 pumps deployed last year. The reduction in pumps is due to the expansion and improvement of the stormwater drain network, claims the civic body.

Abhijit Bangar, additional municipal commissioner (projects) emphasized that all pumping systems must be fully functional throughout the monsoon. Bangar has urged engin...