India, June 11 -- With over 910 redevelopment projects underway and over 3,000 construction sites dotting the city, Bandra East legislator Varun Sardesai has demanded a ban on construction activities on Sundays and public holidays. His stance has found resonance among resident associations across the city.

A large number of complaints, particularly from his Bandra East constituency, forced Sardesai to dash off a letter to BMC chief Ashwini Bhide recently, demanding a complete ban on construction activity on Sundays and public holidays to help residents get some respite.

In his letter, he argued that this was not a case against development but one for responsible and citizen-centric development which respects citizens' right to peace, he...