Suburban Mumbai Research Articles

‘No trees around, but we paint some on our walls’: cultivating the ‘green’ image within schoolscapes in India

ABSTRACT Compared to various market, state, and civil society sectors, schools’ experiences of urban ‘greening’ in India remain curiously under-researched, despite the fact that schoolscapes are emerging as both awareness-raising agents for and fantastical visions of ‘green’ living. The paper seeks to address this lacuna in schoolscape scholarship by examining the experiences of four government schools in suburban Mumbai. Drawing on oral testimonies of teachers, and field observations, the paper elucidates a contrast between the ‘green’ vision, and the ground realities of school practitioners. While the official logic of ‘greening’ might have been predicated on the need to establish harmony between human well-being and planetary health, the actual performance of ‘greening’ schoolscapes brings into play dynamic and multifarious imaginings of school-nature relation arising from signifiers which do not fully reflect urban realities and school life in particular, but still engender a desire for those imaginings.

Epidemiology of Hand Injuries That Presented to the Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Facility in Suburban Mumbai, India: A Study Including 489 Patients

Epidemiology of Hand Injuries That Presented to the Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Facility in Suburban Mumbai, India: A Study Including 489 Patients

Effect of Circuit Training on the Basis of Motor Skills (Speed) and Skill Abilitied (Dribbling) of School Football Players of Mumbai

Football is one of the well-known games across world. Football also known as Soccer or European Football in USA and Canada. There are certain rules and regulation for playing this game. Firstly, required two teams with sixteen players; 11 on field and 5 substitutes. This game using Spherical ball of 67-70 cm of circumference for playing. The game has to played in between of two goal post. And game started by kick off. There are some fundamental skills using for the game on field by the players like heading, dribbling, kicking, passing, defending, goal keeping etc. when ball crosses the goal line by team scored as goal. When both teams have scored equal goals means tie happened then there are methods to solved or break the tie by extra time, penalty shoot and sudden death. The purpose of study was to determine the effect of circuit training on speed and dribbling of school football players aged 14 to 16 years. A sample of Forty (n=40) school football players age ranged 14 to 16 years was identified as subjects from Arsenal football academy Mira road, area of suburban Mumbai. further they had been randomly divided into two identical corporations i.e. experimental and manipulate institution with same variety of topics. Experimental organization (circuit education institution (n=20)) and control group (non-circuit education institution (n=20)). The layout of the have a look at changed into Non- equivalent manage organization design. The experimental topics in conjunction with day these days lifestyles underwent a Circuit schooling programmed for 3 days in per week. The collected records changed into analysis with assist of ‘t’ test. The end result revealed that the effect of circuit schooling programmers helped to enhance velocity and dribbling talent of football gamers elderly 14 to 16 years. The findings finish that the circuit schooling turned into found beneficial to improve speed and dribbling of football players aged 14 to 16 years.

Empyema Thoracis in Children – Tailored Surgical Therapy for Late Referrals: A Single Unit Experience – Study in Suburban Mumbai

Empyema Thoracis in Children – Tailored Surgical Therapy for Late Referrals: A Single Unit Experience – Study in Suburban Mumbai

Study of Redevelopment Procedure of Old and Dilapidated Buildings as Per Section 79-A of Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act ,1960 and its Comparison with section 41 – A of Gujarat Ownership Flats (GOF) (Amendment) Act 2018

In various urban agglomerations throughout India and especially in Mumbai, there is a serious problem with old and dilapidated buildings in the city core. These buildings, mostly small in land and built-up area, are single isolated buildings which are in dilapidated state and are more than 30 years old. Yet the tenants/owners are living in them. These buildings form a major part of Thane, suburban Mumbai and Mumbai respectively. If these buildings are redeveloped, it will lead to better housing for tenants, increase the facade of buildings, bring in more open spaces and amenities, increase the value of real estate, and so on. Redevelopment is basically demolishing the old building and erecting a new, more structurally sound building on the same site with the same or more built-up area. The redevelopment process itself is ridden with various barriers and difficulties and is in no way a cakewalk for any of the stakeholder. One of the key problems is the implementation of 79 - A Process which is applicable to whole of Maharashtra is not done properly. As the redevelopment process done in Maharashtra is as per Section 79 - A of the MCS Act, which is compulsory to be followed, its study is important to make the process of redevelopment more user-friendly by proposing some changes. The research will help to identify general technical shortcomings in the 79 - A process of redevelopment of old buildings as per the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act 1960, respectively. The main aim of the study in this paper is to study in depth the existing Section 79 - A process of the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act, and compare it with Section 41- A of the Gujarat ownership flats Act, and suggest a few plausible and sound improvements in Section 79-A process backed by the, collected data from study area, its analysis other similar literature survey respectively.

Spatio-Temporal Distribution of Aquatic Biodiversity in Gorai Creek, Sub-Urban Mumbai, India

This study was conducted to assess the faunal diversity in Gorai Creek of Mumbai, India from August 2019 to July 2020. The data collected month wise were pooled together and transformed into three seasons [Monsoon (June to September), Winter (October to February), and Summer (March to May)] and this seasonal data were used for the study of biodiversity pattern. Using the average seasonal species occurrence data as input the following biodiversity indices, S, N, d, J', H'(loge), 1-Lambda, Delta, Delta*, Delta+, sDelta+, Lambda+, Phi+ & sPhi+ were calculated by using PRIMER (v7.0). It revealed that 90 species of fauna under 70 genera, 50 families, 29 orders, 6 classes and 3 phyla were found to occur in the creek. The order-wise representation of identified fauna was found to be 7 ichthyofaunas, 4 pelecypods, 6 gastropods, 2 cephalopods, 1 shrimp and 1 stomatopod along with 8 avifauna. The present study results indicated that the Gorai Creek ecosystem is endowed with moderate biodiversity that needs to be conserved.

A novel nurse-coordinated home care model for palliative care in advanced cancer: A pilot interventional study from suburban Mumbai

Background: Demand for home-based health care services has increased considerably in India. Traditionally, home-based care services are physician-led which puts pressure on the understaffed healthcare sector. This study aims to pilot a new model, the Nurse coordinated Home Care (NCHC) service in suburban Mumbai (India). Methods: In this pilot interventional study, 101 patients with advanced cancer along with their caregivers were enrolled over 16 months. The nurse coordinator (NC) administered study questionnaires every month. Follow-up visits were based on case severity. Local general practitioners (LGPs) were identified and involved in patient care. Results: Severe Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS) symptoms were reduced by >2 points in 4 out of 7 instances (57.1%). The number of physician visits was lesser than NC visits (162 vs 341), home deaths were more than hospital deaths (57 vs 14), study retention rate was 99%, 87.5% LGPs participated, 98% of questionnaires were returned. Satisfaction on FAMCARE-2 showed a maximum score of ‘Satisfied’, caregiver burden in ZBI was little/no for 95%, mean scores for ESAS pain was 2, PPSv2 score was 70%−100% for the majority, mean scores on EORTC QLQ-C15-PAL were 77 - Functional scales, 21.5 - Symptom scales, and 64.3 - Global health status/quality of life. NCHC median intervention costs per patient were less than usual care (₹2049.50 vs ₹11490.09). Conclusion: A home care service model that includes nurse coordination and case management streamlines access to healthcare services and resources while reducing the cost of care along with reduced caregiver burden, with increased levels of satisfaction.

Conflicts between adolescents and their caregivers living in slums of Mumbai, India in relation to junk food consumption and physical activity.

To explore influences on the diet and physical activity of adolescents living in Mumbai slums, from the perspectives of adolescents and their caregivers. Three investigators from Mumbai conducted six focus group discussions. The study was conducted in suburban Mumbai slums. Thirty-six adolescents (aged 10-12 and 15-17 years) and twenty-three caregivers were recruited through convenience sampling. The findings highlighted the complex negotiations between adolescent and caregivers surrounding adolescent junk food consumption and physical activity opportunities. Caregivers learned recipes to prepare popular junk foods to encourage adolescents to eat more home-cooked, and less 'outside', food, yet adolescents still preferred to eat outside. To adolescents, the social aspect of eating junk food with friends was an important and enjoyable experience. Caregivers felt that they had no control over adolescents' food choices, whereas adolescents felt their diets were dictated by their parents. Adolescents wanted to be physically active but were encouraged to focus on their academic studies instead. Gender was also a key driver of physical activity, with girls given less priority to use outside spaces due to cultural and religious factors, and parental fears for their safety. These findings show that adolescents and caregivers have different agendas regarding adolescent diet. Adolescent girls have less opportunity for healthy exercise, and are more sedentary, than boys. Adolescents and caregivers need to be involved in designing effective interventions such as making space available for girls to be active, and smartphone games to encourage healthy eating or physical activity.

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Smoked Tobacco Prevalance, Knowledge of Hazards and Motivation to Quit among Smokers in Suburban Mumbai

Smoked Tobacco Prevalance, Knowledge of Hazards and Motivation to Quit among Smokers in Suburban Mumbai

Estimation of urinary δ Aminolevulinic Acid Levels (δ-ALA) in children of age group 1 to 5 years as an index of lead exposure

Background: Lead poisoning is very much common in India and has significant negative impact on general health of children. Lead inhibits necessary enzymes required for heme synthesis, this results in increased levels of delta aminolevulinic acid excretion through urine. Objective: To find out the prevalence of lead poisoning among the age group 1 to 5 years, in a suburban Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Methods: This is cross-sectional pilot study in Mumbai suburban localities. The study was done on 60 randomly chosen children of age group 1 to 5 years with their brief history related with lead exposure. Their urine samples were analyzed for δ ALA by Ehrlich method. Results: According to our observation it was found that out of 60 urine samples 20 samples have urinary δ-ALA levels below 0.2 mg/dl, while 40 samples showed increased urinary δ-ALA levels. Prevalence of lead exposure among our study population is 66.66% hence lead exposure is a serious public health issue. Conclusion: we conclude that there is high prevalence of lead exposure in Mumbai and necessary precautions to be taken to avoid it.

AN OVERVIEW STUDY OF WORKING CONDITION AND PRODUCTIVITY OF CONSTRUCTION LABOURS: CASE STUDY OF SUBURBAN MUMBAI REGION OF INDIA

Labour Productivity plays a significant role in the construction sector. It assists construction sector to be combative to accomplish aims and to encounter the investors and to be innovative. Productivity being a captivating theme and a prevailing subject in construction sector, guaranteed cost optimization and well-organized handling of assets. Now a day, throughout the world productivity is the major issue of concern. The objective of the research is finding the important factors influencing the fluctuations in labour productivity in construction projects of suburban Mumbai, India, evaluating the effect of the Welfare group, safety group and Output group on the fluctuations of labour productivity and suggesting recommendation to diminish the fluctuations of labour productivity. The above goals are accomplish through analysis using sets of questions based on output, welfare and safety of labour. The analysis are been shown in a tabular format in which facilities available for labours at all sites visited is calculated in percentage. Tabulated results of Reliability analysis are followed by the comments, which are based on reliability analysis and compared with the guidelines given by National Building Codes [THIRD REVISION OF SP (PART 7)] DOC: CED 46. Conclusions are been specified to improve the labour productivity at construction sites in suburban Mumbai. This paper emphasis on the ability to create change and manage labour factors affecting productivity in construction planning. Three major heads, which have vital effect on the labour productivity, are output groups, safety groups and welfare groups. Codes like National building codes and Minimum Wages Act are been considered as base for the study.

Migration, Diversification of Livelihood Sustainability: A Case of Mankhurd, Mumbai

The present paper is an empirical one based on certain pockets of Mumbai which could be called as a peripheral boundary of new Mumbai and old Mumbai, Mankhurd, is the focus of the study. Mankhurd an eastern suburb of Mumbai city comes under M ward (zone-5 as Mumbai has been divided into 6 zones. Mumbai is a complete urban area and divided into two administrative areas known as Mumbai and suburban Mumbai district from 2001 and its political, economic life is governed by one civic body – Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, to work for welfare of its population in terms of providing all basic amenities and collecting revenues from city population). Focus here is squatter settlement in Mankhurd areas and its population living in slums. Some sections have very high population density. An attempt has been made here to know about various aspects of slum population as Information about the household, its members, living condition, and diversification of livelihood, etc. Data were collected from the head of the household or a responsible member of the household through a well designed pre-tested questionnaire.

An Empirical Study of Logistics Strategy for Service Quality at Retail Malls at Thane City and Suburban Mumbai in India

The present study is a survey approach to measure service quality with reference to current thinking of consumers and their future requirements. It is an analysis of evaluating the gap between customer perceptions and expectations of service quality in selected agglomerated retail shopping centres in Thane and eastern suburbs of Mumbai in India. Data were collected from 600 customers of large retail shopping stores using structured questionnaire. Basic framework of SERVQUAL model has been adapted and seven customer quality dimensions were introduced to suit the purpose.The scores have been further analysed by using Inferential Statistical Test. The study showed distinctive results for the relationship between service quality dimensions and service quality. The result shows that at group level, all logistic dimensions of service quality such as Access, Architecture, Assortment and Alignment positively influences the service quality as the customer perceived service are high to their expectations. The result also indicates that gap in specific attributes in the subgroups like safety and security arrangements are statistically significant.This paper serves a model mapping for retail managers and provides valuable information that may help them to better understand the customers’ preferences and the business.

Empyema Thoracis in Children - Tailored Surgical Therapy for Late Referrals: A Single Unit Experience - Study in Suburban Mumbai

Empyema Thoracis in Children - Tailored Surgical Therapy for Late Referrals: A Single Unit Experience - Study in Suburban Mumbai

Snacking with the Sons of the Soil

In April 2010, the Maharashtrian Navnirman Sena (MNS), a right-wing political party, staged a Maharashtrian Food Festival in Mumbai to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Led by Raj Thackeray, the firebrand nephew of Bal Thackeray—the leader of the rival Shiv Sena (Maharashtra’s original Marathi-chauvinist party)—the MNS generally attracts media attention for antimigrant rhetoric and violence. The Food Festival, held over a four-night period at an athletic complex in suburban Mumbai, provided an opportunity for the party to show a softer face. Vendors provided visitors samples of Maharashtra’s often-neglected culinary traditions, while women competed for the title of “best cook in Mumbai.” While the party’s explicit Marathi-first sentiments place a natural limit on their political appeal, the festival seemed carefully engineered to raise their electoral fortunes among the Marathi middle classes. Comfortable enough to be less concerned about losing jobs and privileges, this segment of the electorate might be motivated by memories of a delicious (and identity-affirming) dish enjoyed at the festival.

Male sex workers: Are we ignoring a risk group in Mumbai, India?

Male sex workers (MSWs) have recently been recognized as an important risk group for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Although there are global studies on MSWs, few such studies describe the behavioral patterns and STIs among this population in India. MSWs were evaluated at the Humsafar trust, a community based organization situated in suburban Mumbai, India. We report on the demographics, sexual behaviors, and STIs including HIV of these sex workers. Of the 75 MSWs, 24 were men and 51 were transgenders. The mean age of the group was 23.3 (+ 4.9) years. About 15% were married or lived with a permanent partner. Of these individuals, 85% reported sex work as a main source of income and 15% as an additional source. All the individuals reported anal sex (87% anal receptive sex and 13% anal insertive sex). About 13% of MSWs had never used a condom. The HIV prevalence was 33% (17% in men vs 41% in transgenders, P = 0.04). The STI prevalence was 60% (58% in men vs 61% in transgenders, P = 0.8). Syphilis was the most common STI (28%) in these MSWs. HIV was associated with being a transgender (41 vs 17%, P = 0.04), age > 26 years (57 vs 28%, P = 0.04), more than one year of sex work (38 vs 8%, P = 0.05), and income P = 0.02). The MSWs have high-risk behaviors, low consistent condom use, and high STI/HIV infections. These groups should be the focus of intensive public health interventions aimed at reduction of risky sexual practices, and STI/HIV prevention and care.

Telecenters and Internet cafés: the case of ICTs in small businesses

Telecenter initiatives run by non-profit agents are widely believed to be critical access points for digital inclusion. By contrast, Internet or cyber cafés are viewed generally merely as commercial sites, thus falling outside the purview of non-profit initiatives promoting e-literacy. From a contextual study of Internet cafés in urban and suburban Mumbai and in peri-urban small towns of Maharashtra state, India, we report on the localization of information and communication technology (ICTs), including how Internet cafés discern survival niches and how they often serve as reasonably-priced initiation nodes for first-time users. This article discusses a variety of context-specific and commercial instances of ICT services as manifest in everyday commerce. We argue that for-profit spaces like Internet cafés make a major contribution to digital immersion in information-poor contexts and that these so-called ‘non-developmental’ (read commercial) spaces successfully use ICTs to sustain businesses, to generate regular clientele, and to adapt to local demand. In an effort to open up debate around telecenters as privileged sites of digital inclusion, the functions of Internet cafés are then compared and contrasted with processes and behaviors associated with telecenters.