Overview

• The r/Mumbai post, credited to u/ntshpower, drew over 1,200 upvotes and nearly 200 comments on September 17.
• Users reported few BEST buses and frequent gridlock that traps buses, cars, and bikes during peak hours.
• Autorickshaws were described as unreliable, with refusals and variable fares, and some commenters alleged the influence of 'auto mafias'.
• Veteran commuters advised arriving before 9 a.m. and leaving before 5 p.m., with some saying personal vehicles, flexible timings, or allowances are essential.
• Reports noted no immediate administrative response or transport changes, as some compared BKC traffic unfavorably to Bengaluru.