Mumbai’s Tree Authority, in partnership with a permaculture NGO, has begun planting urban “food forests”—multi-layered edible landscapes—in selected public spaces in Khar and Andheri. Species include fruit trees, berries, herbs, and nitrogen-fixing shrubs. The forest plots serve as open-air kitchens for nearby communities, with produce available on a pick-and-pay basis. Tool-sharing libraries and monthly seedling exchanges support community stewardship. Soil health improvements have been monitored, with increased biodiversity and pollinator counts. The model is being promoted as a sustainable solution to food security and urban greenness in compact city environments.