MUMBAI, Aug. 2 -- The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued notices and fined seven establishments for illegally dumping waste near the Mithi river, particularly targeting bulk waste generators, who dispose of garbage in unauthorized locations. The BMC's inspections led them to one of the key violators, 'Tha Gaurav Caterers'. The civic body's L ward team caught them dumping large quantities of leftover food waste in garbage bins near the Mithi river at Sakinaka on the night of July 30. Civic officials then visited the caterer's office and penalised them for failing to maintain cleanliness on their premises and improper disposal of hazardous waste. The caterers were also fined Rs.10,000 under the BMC Cleanliness and Sanitation byelaws. Other violators in the area include two banks in Ghodbunder Road and Vikhroli, the Imtiaz Line depot, and housing societies in Marol, Kurla, Brahmanwadi. All violators were issued formal notices and fined as per established municipal regulations. These actions come as per instructions from the additional municipal commissioner (city) Dr Ashwini Joshi. Joshi has directed teams of the civic body to closely monitor such violations and take action against offenders. Through such measures, the BMC aims to convey that irresponsible disposal practices will not be tolerated. The crackdown comes after the BMC's commissioner and administrator, Bhushan Gagrani, emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean and beautiful city. The BMC is particularly focused on controlling bulk waste generators and contractors who illegally dump waste at night to avoid detection....