Mumbai Rains Today: Mumbai, Thane, Palghar schools and colleges shut Monday as IMD issues red alert for heavy rain; University of Mumbai postpones July 6 exams, fresh dates awaited
Mumbai’s monsoon fury turned deadlier on Monday as at least 10 people died in rain-related incidents, while a landslide near Lohagad Fort trapped a family and forced the complete shutdown of both the Pune-Mumbai Expressway and the old highway. IMD’s ‘red warning’, shut schools and a rail landslide compounded the crisis.
From a tree crushing a roadside shop in Kurla to a man drowning after falling into a floodwater-hidden manhole in Saki Naka, the fatalities paint a grim picture of a city battling relentless downpours.
An 11-year-old was killed when a tree fell on a school bus in Chembur, while two youths died after venturing into the off-limits Pandavkada Waterfall in Kharghar. In Mira Road-Bhayandar, a falling coconut tree claimed another life.
Adding to the chaos, a landslide at Patan village near Lohagad Fort has reportedly trapped a family, with rescue operations underway, while both the Pune-Mumbai Expressway and the old Mumbai-Pune Highway have been shut in both directions after a concrete pillar collapse and flooding on alternate routes through Maval and Tamini Ghat.
The IMD’s 4 AM nowcast has escalated the alert to Red for Mumbai, Palghar, Raigad and Thane, warning of intense rain spells with gusty winds reaching 50-60 kmph, even as the city already reels from shut schools, cancelled exams and a landslide-hit railway line.
How Many People Have Died In Mumbai’s Rain Fury So Far?
At least 10 people have died in rain-related incidents across Mumbai and its adjoining areas, with causes ranging from falling trees to drowning in open manholes.
What Exactly Happened In Kurla, Saki Naka And Chembur?
A 63-year-old man was killed in Kurla after a tree collapsed onto a roadside shop. In Saki Naka, a man drowned after falling into a manhole concealed by floodwater, while in Chembur, an 11-year-old schoolchild died when a tree fell on their school bus.
Why Did Two Young Men Die At Pandavkada Waterfall?
Two youths lost their lives in Kharghar’s Navi Mumbai area after entering the Pandavkada Waterfall, a spot officially declared out of bounds due to its dangerous currents during monsoon.
What Happened In Mira Road-Bhayandar?
A man on a motorcycle died after a coconut tree came crashing down on him amid the heavy winds and rain.
Has IMD Issued A Fresh Warning For Mumbai?
Yes — IMD Mumbai issued a Red Warning nowcast at 4 AM on July 6, valid for three hours, forecasting intense spells of rain with gusty winds reaching 50-60 kmph at isolated places across Mumbai, Palghar, Raigad and Thane.
Why Are Schools And Colleges Shut Across MMR?
The alert has forced authorities to shut schools and colleges across Mumbai, Thane and Palghar as a precautionary measure on Monday.
What About University Exams Scheduled For Today?
The University of Mumbai has postponed all examinations set for July 6 in view of the alert, with fresh dates to be announced later.
Has Rain Disrupted Railway Services Too?
Yes — a landslide struck the South East Ghat section between Karjat and Lonavala, between Thakurvadi and Monkey Hill Loop Cabin on the Up Main Line, affecting Central Railway’s Mumbai Division services.
Which Trains Have Been Affected By Mumbai-Pune Landslide?
Several long-distance trains have been cancelled, diverted or short-terminated due to the disruption. Among those short-terminated: the Santragachi-Pune Humsafar Express at Panvel, the Solapur-CSMT Siddheshwar Express at Pune, the Hyderabad-CSMT Hussain Sagar Express at Lonavala, the Visakhapatnam-LTT Express at Lonavala, the Hosapete-CSMT Express at Talegaon, the Sainagar Shirdi-Dadar Express at Pune, the Hubballi-Dadar Express at Pune, the Kolhapur-CSMT Mahalaxmi Express at Pune, the Hazrat Nizamuddin-Pune Special at Karjat, and the Dadar-Satara Express at Karjat.
What Is Central Railway Doing To Restore Services?
Restoration work began immediately after the landslide, with railway teams deployed to clear debris and ensure passenger safety.
Central Railway has advised commuters to check the latest train status before starting their journey, as further changes may be announced depending on weather conditions, and has urged travellers to avoid non-essential trips along the Mumbai-Pune corridor until normal operations resume.
Why Has Pune-Mumbai Expressway Been Shut Down?
Adding to the corridor’s woes, traffic in both directions on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway has also been stopped after a concrete pillar fell between the connecting and missing link, while the old Mumbai-Pune Highway has been closed due to overflowing water at several points.
A landslide near the Tunnel 2 exit on the Pune-to-Mumbai lane of the Connecting Link Road has further forced authorities to divert traffic since 4 AM, with the Highway Traffic Police closely monitoring the situation.
Commuters have been strongly advised to avoid travel altogether amid the extremely heavy ongoing rainfall.
Are Alternate Routes Between Pune And Mumbai Also Affected?
Yes — flood-like conditions have been reported in the Maval and Tamini Ghat areas, which serve as alternate routes, effectively cutting off road connectivity between the two cities.
How Are Mumbai’s Suburban Train Services Holding Up?
Central Railway said suburban services are running across all four corridors on Monday, with only minor delays despite the heavy rainfall. Main Line trains are running 6-8 minutes behind schedule, while Harbour Line services are delayed by around 4 minutes. The Transharbour Line and Uran-Belapur Line are operating on schedule.
What Happened At Lohagad Fort Near Patan Village?
A landslide has been reported at Patan village near Lohagad Fort, with a family said to be caught in the impact area. Rescue operations have been initiated, according to IGP Kolhapur Range Ranjan Kumar Sharma.