Question

You are Mahima/Manoj, a resident of B/20, Shastri Road, Mumbai and a volunteer with ‘Clean India’. As a concerned citizen, you have noticed that Marine Lines has become heavily polluted with plastic and garbage.

Write a letter to the editor of a prominent newspaper to raise awareness about this issue. In your letter, explain how environmental damage can be reduced through the help of NGO’s, individuals and government organisations.

Answer 1

Mahima
B/20, Shastri Road
Mumbai - 400001
May 14, 2025

To,
The Editor,
The Times of India,
Mumbai

Subject: Urgent need to address pollution at marine lines.

Respected Sir,

I wish to draw your kind attention to the alarming level of pollution at Marine Lines, Mumbai. The area has become heavily polluted due to plastic waste and garbage dumped irresponsibly along the coastline. This pollution not only spoils the natural beauty of the place but also poses a serious threat to public health and marine life.

NGOs like Clean India can play an important role by organizing awareness drives and regular clean-up campaigns. At the same time, citizens must reduce plastic use and dispose of waste responsibly. The government should strictly enforce waste-management laws and penalize offenders. Joint efforts by authorities, NGOs and individuals can restore Marine Lines to its original condition.

I request your esteemed newspaper to highlight this issue and encourage collective action to protect Mumbai’s coastal environment.

Yours sincerely,
Mahima