The track distance between Vashi and Mankhurd is about 8.5
km, which makes it the longest between two railway stations in the city. Other
than the thick mangroves on both ends, what separates the two spot is Vashi
Creek in the middle. Other than enjoying the wind and watching Arabian Sea, the
daily commuters make the most of the view in other ways as well. They fling
plastic bags filled with withered garlands from puja and other such
materials—for religious reasons—into the seawater. One gentleman recently surprised
his fellowmen by wrapping his heap of dried flowers in folded newspapers
instead of polythene. It goes without saying that his wordless action must have
sparked some thoughts and hopefully, some nature-friendly change in behaviour.
Though it is far from ideal a thing to do, let's hope some people got the hint.
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