Vasai-Virar’s public gardens wither despite Rs 39 crore allocation for upkeep

Vasai-Virar’s Rs 39-crore garden upkeep plan wilts amid broken swings, unlit corners, civic apathy; playgrounds that once echoed with laughter now lie deserted, buried under garbage and weeds

Once celebrated as the green lungs of Vasai-Virar, the city’s gardens and parks have now withered due to neglect. Despite the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation (VVMC) allocating Rs 39 crore for park repair and maintenance in 2024-25, most of its 162 public gardens — including crematorium grounds, scenic gardens, children’s play areas, and lake parks — are in varying states of decay.

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Across the city, broken swings, rusted gym equipment, cracked benches, and unkempt lawns have turned these once-lively public spaces into hazards for children and senior citizens. Playgrounds that once echoe