Along with the retreating waters came an unwelcome sight: plastic bottles, wrappers and other waste scattered across the shoreline

These scenes at the Juhu beach also exposed the volume of waste that finds its way into the Arabian Sea through drains, creeks and waterways when not treated properly

The shoreline literally underscores the need for cleaner habits, better waste management and sustained efforts to protect the city's coast

Debris deposited by the sea lay strewn across the beach, creating a sharp contrast against the otherwise scenic monsoon seascape

Monsoon tides often wash discarded material back onto the shore, turning beaches into visible reminders of the city's waste management challenges.