Mumbai Rains: BMC Declares School Holiday, Train Services Disrupted As Heavy Rainfall Lashes City

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and many parts of the suburbs early on Monday, July 8. Water-logging and traffic congestion was reported from many places. Mumbai recorded over 300 mm of rain at various places in six hours from 1 am to 7 am. Places like Andheri, Kurla, Bhandup, King's Circle, and Dadar, among other locations, reported heavy rains. The civic body said that the decision for the next session will be announced after reviewing the situation. BMC mentioned that India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall. Mumbai local train services were also disrupted as water got accumulated on the railway tracks. Watch the video to know more.