Mumbai is currently experiencing intense rainfall, with over 200 mm recorded in just five hours since Wednesday evening.
This deluge has led to severe traffic disruptions during the morning rush hour, causing widespread waterlogging in low-lying areas.
Public transport has been significantly impacted, with local trains halted and at least 14 flights diverted at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport due to poor visibility.
Tragically, four fatalities have been reported as a direct result of the rain, including a 45-year-old woman who drowned in a nullah in Andheri East and two quarry workers who were struck by lightning in Kalyan.
Schools closed, flights diverted, and fatalities reported as Mumbai grapples with relentless downpour.In light of these conditions, schools and colleges in Mumbai have been ordered to remain closed today, September 26, as announced by School Education Minister Deepak Kesarkar.
Central Railway services experienced delays, but operations resumed this morning as conditions began to stabilize.
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has upgraded its weather alerts, issuing a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, indicating the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms until 8:30 AM Thursday.
The heavy rain has left many commuters stranded for hours, with significant flooding contributing to traffic chaos across the city.
In the 12 hours leading up to 8:30 PM on Wednesday, areas like Colaba recorded 70.4 mm, and Santacruz saw 94.9 mm, while suburbs such as Mankhurd and Ghatkopar faced even heavier rainfall.
As the situation develops, authorities urge residents to stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel. Continued updates will be provided as more information becomes available.