Mumbai's Coastal Road Musical Stretch Draws Resident Complaints Amid Safety Goals

Mumbai's Coastal Road features India's first 'musical road,' a 500-metre stretch that plays A.R. Rahman's Jai Ho when vehicles drive over grooves at specific speeds. Launched in February with international technical support and costing 6.21 crore, it aims to enhance road safety. However, over 650 residents from nearby upscale neighborhoods have complained about the persistent noise from early morning to midnight, citing sleep disruption and safety concerns. Critics also question prioritizing such projects amid ongoing infrastructure challenges in the area.