Mumbai schools and colleges remain closed today as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) issued an orange alert for rain, citing heavy downpours, thunderstorms, and waterlogging.

The decision follows a similar directive the previous day, with all government, private, and civic-run educational institutions declared closed to ensure student safety.

The Maharashtra state disaster management authority (SDMA) advised non-essential government offices to observe a half-day and issued a work-from-home advisory for private sectors due to disrupted connectivity.Local train services faced halts between key stations like Kanjurmarg-Bhandup and Vasai-Virar due to infrastructure issues.

Meteorological Department (IMD) officials noted extreme rainfall in areas like Lonavala (670 mm) and warned of flooding in Raigad and Palghar districts.The BMC urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and contact emergency helpline 1916 if needed.The weather disruptions have significantly impacted daily life, with ongoing advisories to stay cautious and prepared for further rainfall.