Ahead of the Mumbai BMC Elections 2026, residents of Cuffe Parade's Wards 226 and 227 voiced concerns about slum encroachment, illegal hawkers, traffic, and infrastructure at a candidate interaction event. Candidates from various parties, including Shiv Sena (UBT), AAP, and independent hopefuls, presented their solutions. Residents demanded clear footpaths, reliable water supply, better roads, and increased youth engagement in the democratic process, referencing past unfulfilled promises regarding slum-free areas.