Heavy monsoon rains continued to batter several parts of India today, with Maharashtra among the worst-affected states. Mumbai witnessed intense overnight rainfall, leading to widespread waterlogging, traffic congestion, and disruptions to suburban railway services. A landslide in the Bhor Ghat section severely affected the Mumbai–Pune rail route, forcing authorities to cancel and divert several long-distance trains. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway also experienced temporary closures due to safety concerns. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for multiple states, including Maharashtra, Kerala, Gujarat, Odisha, Karnataka, and parts of North India. Authorities have advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel and remain alert for flooding and landslides. Local disaster response teams have been deployed to vulnerable districts, while municipal corporations are working to clear flooded roads and restore essential services. The active southwest monsoon is expected to continue over the next few days, bringing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall to several regions. Citizens have been urged to monitor official weather updates and emergency advisories as the situation evolves. Schools and offices in some affected districts have also announced temporary closures or work-from-home arrangements to ensure public safety.
