Amidst the ongoing heavy rains in Mumbai, Additional Municipal Commissioner (City) of Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Smt. Prajakta Varmalongare today (July 6, 2026) visited various parts of Mumbai City Division to take stock of the situation arising out of the rains. She also reviewed in detail the measures being implemented by the Municipal Corporation’s monsoon management machinery. During the visit, she directly interacted with the officers and staff of the concerned departments and issued necessary instructions.
On Monday morning, Lavangare personally inspected the areas including Malabar Hill, Ambivadi (Kala Chowki), Mahim, Maheshwari Adhan (King’s Circle) area, Ravindra Natya Mandir area, Hindmata and other places. He carefully reviewed the rain-related situation, waterlogging hotspots, drainage system in operation, preparedness of emergency response mechanism and civic services provided to the citizens. Furthermore, he directed the concerned authorities to immediately mobilize municipal teams to clear fallen trees or branches during the rain. He also directed all the concerned departments to work together to ensure that the rain does not cause any disruption to traffic or the daily life of the citizens. He also directed the ward-level officials and staff to remain constantly alert and ensure that all operational systems function at full capacity. He issued instructions to prioritize immediate resolution of issues like waterlogging, uprooted trees, drainage issues and other emergencies. He stressed that all departments should work together and take prompt and effective action on every complaint so that the citizens do not face any hardship or inconvenience. Furthermore, Prajakta Verma Lovengare appealed to Mumbaikars to contact the Mumbai Municipal Corporation’s emergency helpline number, 1916, for immediate assistance in emergencies.

Deputy Commissioner (Zone-1) Ms. Chanda Jadhav, Deputy Commissioner (Zone-2) Shri Prashant Sapkale, Assistant Commissioner Smt. Swapnaja Kshirsagar, Assistant Commissioner Shri Gajanan Belle, Assistant Commissioner Shri Arun Kshirsagar and other senior officers and staff of the concerned departments were present during the inspection.

Raigad, July 6: Relentless monsoon rains continued to lash large parts of Maharashtra, severely affecting Raigad district, the Konkan region, Mahabaleshwar, Matheran and the Mumbai–Pune Expressway. Heavy rainfall has led to flooding, landslides, road closures and major travel disruptions, prompting authorities to remain on high alert.

Several routes leading to popular hill stations, including Mahabaleshwar and Matheran, have been affected due to heavy rain, waterlogging and landslide threats. Tourist movement has been significantly impacted as authorities continue to monitor the situation and implement safety measures wherever required.

Traffic on the Mumbai–Pune Expressway has been disrupted at several stretches because of poor visibility, continuous rainfall and slippery road conditions. Motorists have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel through ghat sections and drive with extreme caution.

Raigad district has witnessed rising river levels, overflowing streams and localized flooding in low-lying villages. Disaster response teams and local authorities remain deployed in vulnerable areas to respond swiftly to any emergency.

Across the Konkan region, continuous rainfall has caused waterlogging, damage to rural roads and interruptions to transportation in several villages. Authorities are keeping a close watch on landslide-prone locations and riverbanks as the rain continues.

Emergency response teams, police, fire services and district disaster management authorities remain on standby across the affected regions. Rescue equipment and emergency personnel have been positioned at key locations to ensure immediate response if required.

Residents and travellers have been advised to avoid unnecessary journeys, stay away from rivers, waterfalls and landslide-prone areas, and follow official safety instructions until weather conditions improve. Authorities continue to monitor the evolving monsoon situation and remain prepared for rescue and relief operations wherever necessary.

Mumbai, July 6: Heavy monsoon showers continued to batter Mumbai, Thane and surrounding areas on Monday, leading to widespread waterlogging, traffic congestion and disruptions to rail and road transport. Several low-lying areas witnessed flooding after continuous rainfall since late Sunday night, affecting normal life across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of continued heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Thane and nearby districts, urging residents to remain cautious as strong winds and intense showers are expected to persist through the day.

Commuters faced delays on suburban railway services due to waterlogging and adverse weather conditions. Road traffic moved slowly on several major routes as vehicles navigated flooded stretches, while civic teams worked to clear blocked drains and remove fallen tree branches. Authorities also monitored vulnerable locations prone to flooding and landslides.

Emergency response teams from civic agencies, disaster management authorities, police, and the fire brigade remained deployed across Mumbai and Thane to respond to weather-related incidents. Residents living in low-lying areas have been advised to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel unless essential.

Air and rail passengers have been advised to check the latest status of their journeys before leaving for stations or airports, as intermittent delays and service adjustments may occur depending on weather conditions.

Authorities have appealed to citizens to stay away from waterlogged roads, open drains, seafronts and areas with weakened structures during periods of intense rainfall. Disaster management teams continue to monitor the evolving situation while civic agencies remain on standby for emergency response across the region.