Rains pound Mumbai, schools ordered shut

Heavy rains in Mumbai has led to waterlogging in several parts of the city. The downpour led to severe waterlogging in areas near King Circle railway station and Gandhi market.

Mumbai (Maharashtra):Rains lashed Mumbai and the entire coastal Konkan region with waterlogging reported from many areas, officials said here on Wednesday.

Water-logging occurred in the areas near King Circle railway station and Gandhi market. It has also led to severe traffic disruption and affected Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.

As a precautionary measure, the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) ordered all schools in the city to remain shut for the day, said the BMC Disaster Control.

"The principals of schools where students have already reached, have been directed to ensure their safe return home," an official told.

Mumbai received an average of around 15 cm rain, while Thane and Palghar notched 18 cm and 17 cm precipitation respectively.

Many low-lying areas in the city and suburbs were flooded by up to 6-12 inches water, but sluggish vehicular and rail traffic continued.

Flight operations at Mumbai Airport were near normal despite the downpour and fluctuating visibility levels.

Earlier on Tuesday, Mumbai police had warned the public of heavy rainfall requesting them to take precautions.

"IMD authorities have indicated high rainfall weather for Mumbai and other adjoining districts for the next two days. Please take adequate precautions and ensure safety. Dial100 in case of an emergency. Take care Mumbai," a tweet by the official handle of the Mumbai police read.

The weather forecasting agency has predicted that the maximum and minimum temperatures are most likely to remain around 29 degree Celcius and 24 degree Celcius respectively.