Monsoon Fury: Maharashtra and Mumbai Struggle Amid Torrential Downpour
In Maharashtra, over 200 villagers in Nanded were stranded due to heavy rains, prompting military involvement in rescues. Mumbai experienced severe rainfall, causing flight disruptions and road congestion. Authorities declared a school holiday amid safety concerns, while police urged caution. Rescue operations were coordinated in flooded areas.
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Maharashtra glistened under heavy rainfalls on Monday, with Nanded district severely impacted by the deluge, leaving over 200 villagers stranded. Quick to react, the government deployed army units for rescue missions, according to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
Mumbai also bore the brunt of the monsoon's might, waking up to severe rain that led to significant disruptions across the city, including flight cancellations and road snarls. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert, triggering the cancellation of school and college sessions.
The relentless rainfall prompted district collectors from Nanded, Latur, and Bidar to carry out coordinated rescue operations, involving the National Disaster Response Force and military units. Citizens were advised against unnecessary travel due to persistent waterlogging.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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