Watch: Mumbai floods: 200 mm rain in 12 hours brings city to a standstill
Mumbai has come to a standstill following 200 mm of rainfall in 12 hours, prompting a red alert from the IMD. Schools and colleges are closed as authorities manage flooding and landslides in the region.
Why it matters
Extreme weather events in major urban centers like Mumbai highlight the urgent need for climate-resilient infrastructure.
The IMD has issued a red alert, with heavy rain expected to continue. Schools and colleges have been shut, while rescue teams and civic authorities remain on high alert. Neighbouring Thane, Palghar and Pune have also been affected by flooding and landslides.
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