Severe weather slammed Mumbai July 6, 2026,disrupting transport and daily life. With rain set to continue,authorities moved fast to protect people amid chaos.
A tragedy hit Mankhurd overnight when a three-storey building fell,killing six,five of them kids. The Janata Nagar structure collapsed around 8:30 p.m., sparking a rush of rescue efforts.
With more bad weather expected, India's Meteorological Department issued an 'orange alert' for Mumbai, urging folks to stay home. Schools and colleges in Mumbai,Pune,Thane, and Palghar were shut for day, focusing on student safety.
Trains between Mumbai and Pune stopped early due to landslides on Karjat-Lonavala Bhor Ghat. Swapnil Nila, Central Railway's Chief Public Relations Officer, said landslides hit all three tracks,causing many cancellations and reroutes.
Roads weren't spared . Flooding choked traffic in city. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation halted traffic both ways on Pune-Mumbai Expressway, telling travelers to wait it out .
Elsewhere,a landslide hit a house in Patan,Pune’s Mawal taluka. Local officials teamed with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to find a family feared trapped. A 30-member NDRF unit was on scene for rescue.
As Mumbai grappled with rain's aftermath,two deaths from tree falls were reported over weekend. An 18-year-old biker and an elderly person died, highlighting monsoon dangers. Mayor Ritu Tawde visited one site,promising ₹5 lakh aid for affected families.
University of Mumbai delayed all July 6 exams,promising new dates soon. Officials stressed student safety amid tough weather .
With more rain and wind likely, residents urged to stay put and avoid unnecessary travel. Authorities keep close watch…
