According to BMC officials, teams from the Garden Department and the Hydraulic Engineer's Department were immediately dispatched to the site after information about the tree fall was received. The teams began operations to remove the fallen tree and clear the affected section of the trail.
A large tree fell on the Nature Trail at Malabar Hill earlier today. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported in the incident.
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) June 12, 2026
Garden Department and the Hydraulic Engineer's Department immediately reached the site and commenced the work of removing the fallen tree.… pic.twitter.com/zrxy0iGY7t
The incident has triggered urgent safety inspections and repair work by civic authorities. Officials stated that the walkway has been closed in the interest of public safety and will remain inaccessible to visitors until immediate repair work is completed and detailed safety assessments are carried out. Authorities have also appealed to citizens to cooperate with the temporary closure.
The Nature Trail at Malabar Hill is a key component of the BMC's initiative to reconnect residents with Mumbai's natural environment. The project has been designed to showcase the city's green cover, coastal biodiversity, and lesser-known ecological spaces, providing visitors with a tranquil retreat from the densely built urban landscape of South Mumbai.
Inspired by Singapore's Treetop Walk, the Nature Trail features a 485-metre elevated walking bridge that offers visitors a unique experience amid nature. The structure spans more than 2.4 metres in width and has been constructed using durable Merbau wood.
The temporary closure underscores the importance of continuous safety monitoring and maintenance of public recreational infrastructure, particularly in environmentally sensitive areas that attract large numbers of visitors seeking access to Mumbai's natural heritage.
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