After a gap, heavy rains returned to Mumbai, causing chaos and inconvenience to commuters. The Indian Meteorological Department has upgraded its alert to red for the city and neighboring areas. Flight operations were also affected due to the inclement weather, and there were reports of significant water-logging in different areas of the city. Local trains services were also delayed, leaving passengers stranded at various stations.
As Mumbai and its neighboring districts were hit with heavy rainfall, 14 incoming flights at the Mumbai Airport were diverted to different airports. This includes nine flights from IndiGo, causing chaos and delay in flight operations. The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Mumbai, with extremely heavy rainfall predicted for the city. The flights were diverted due to inclement weather, with one diverted to Ahmedabad and two to Hyderabad.
Amidst heavy rains in Mumbai, the BMC declared an emergency holiday for schools and colleges in the city. The decision was made to ensure the safety of students after a "red alert" was issued by the India Meteorological Department predicting extremely heavy rainfall. The civic body also urged citizens to only step out if necessary and to check weather updates and plan accordingly. Heavy rains have caused chaos in the city, with local trains stopping and traffic crawling. Stay updated on the latest business news and stock market updates with Zee Business.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar apologises for the collapse of the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at the Malvan fort. In other news, the Bombay High Court emphasises the need for gender sensitisation among schoolchildren during the Badlapur sexual abuse case hearing and directs the SIT to invoke Section 16 of the POCSO Act. The weather bureau predicts moderate showers for Mumbai. Meanwhile, Maharashtra cabinet minister Deepak Kesarkar defends his controversial remarks on the statue collapse and demands a 100-ft statue of Shivaji in Sindhudurg.
Mumbai experienced its heaviest 24-hour rainfall since 2019, with one base weather station recording 268mm of rainfall. The city's regular life was disrupted, with transportation severely affected, as a result of the torrential rains. The state government held a review meeting and the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for the city. Several flights were cancelled and train services disrupted, causing chaos in the city.
Despite living in Mumbai and facing unpredictable monsoon weather, actress Saiyami Kher continues to train for her upcoming Ironman race. Known for her love for sports, Kher believes endurance training helps her stay mentally fit and focused. She is currently working on multiple projects, including Gopichand Malineni's "biggest action film of the country" and Tahira Kashyap's "Sharmajee Ki Beti", all while preparing for the physically demanding Ironman challenge.
Amid hot weather and logistical issues, Mumbai saw a decrease in voting percentage for the Lok Sabha 2024 elections, with only 52.27% turning out to vote. South Mumbai, in particular, recorded the lowest voter engagement, continuing a historical trend of struggle in this constituency. Despite challenges, prominent figures from Mumbai's social and entertainment spheres, such as Anil Ambani and Amitabh Bachchan, still exercised their democratic right. The decrease in voter turnout raises concerns about the city's civic participation.
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The recent collapse of a massive billboard in Mumbai, India, resulting in 16 deaths and over 75 injuries, has brought attention to the often overlooked impact of local weather events. This incident, caused by a localised dust storm and rain, highlights the need for better planning and preparation for multi-hazard weather events. With rising global temperatures, countries like India are experiencing more frequent and intense thunderstorms, making it crucial to address the potential damage they can cause.
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