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Expectant mother Anushka Ranjan brands Mumbai a 'sh*t hole' over traffic, potholes
✍️ Mid-Day
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 07:51 AM
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Mom-to-be Anushka Ranjan called Mumbai a 'sh*t hole' citing chronic traffic jams and potholes, sparking renewed debate on the city’s infrastructure.
Anushka Ranjan, who is expecting her first child, described Mumbai as a "sh*t hole" in remarks reported by Mid-Day, pointing to the city’s relentless traffic congestion and deteriorating road conditions. She said the daily gridlock and potholes not only cause long delays but also pose safety hazards, especially for pregnant commuters.
The actress highlighted that potholes damage vehicles and increase the risk of accidents, adding that the constant traffic stress is taking a toll on her wellbeing as a future mother. Her comments reflect a broader frustration among residents who contend that municipal efforts to repair roads have been insufficient.
City officials have previously pledged to accelerate road‑repair projects and improve traffic management, but critics argue that implementation remains slow. Ranjan’s statements have reignited public calls for more decisive action to address Mumbai’s infrastructure challenges.
The issue remains a focal point in local debates, with commuters and civic groups urging the state government and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to prioritize timely pothole fixes and traffic decongestion measures.
The actress highlighted that potholes damage vehicles and increase the risk of accidents, adding that the constant traffic stress is taking a toll on her wellbeing as a future mother. Her comments reflect a broader frustration among residents who contend that municipal efforts to repair roads have been insufficient.
City officials have previously pledged to accelerate road‑repair projects and improve traffic management, but critics argue that implementation remains slow. Ranjan’s statements have reignited public calls for more decisive action to address Mumbai’s infrastructure challenges.
The issue remains a focal point in local debates, with commuters and civic groups urging the state government and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to prioritize timely pothole fixes and traffic decongestion measures.