JIST reporter Medha takes you on a journey through Mumbai, to uncover what makes this city truly iconic. Beyond the glitz of Bollywood and showbiz, she shines a spotlight on the unsung heroes who keep India’s financial capital running round the clock. From the dabbawalas and the Koli fishing community to taxi drivers and migrants from states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, this report celebrates the people who form Mumbai’s backbone. With dreams in their hearts and determination in their stride, these individuals locals and migrants alike embody the resilience, diversity, and spirit that make Mumbai the ultimate city of dreams.