Mumbai grappled with torrential rains, prompting authorities to declare a holiday for schools, colleges, and government offices. Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani reported over 300 mm of rainfall in many areas, leading to the evacuation of 400 residents from low-lying Krantinagar.
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