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All schools and colleges in Mumbai remain closed today, August 19, as heavy rains continue to lash the city. Mumbai University has also postponed all exams scheduled for the same day due to the red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The exams will now be held on August 23, 2025, at the same timings and centres as originally planned.
Mumbai Schools Closed, University Exams Postponed Due To Heavy Rain & Red Alert In City
All schools and colleges in Mumbai remain closed today, August 19, as heavy rains continue to lash the city. Mumbai University has also postponed all exams scheduled for the same day due to the red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The exams will now be held on August 23, 2025, at the same timings and centres as originally planned.
In its official statement, the University said the decision was taken to avoid inconvenience for students who may have had to travel long distances during the heavy rainfall. The postponed exams include several postgraduate and undergraduate courses such as MA (Communication Journalism, Public Relations, Television Studies, Electronic Media, Film Studies), M.P.Ed., B.P.Ed., B.Pharm., M.Pharm., M.Ed., M.Com. (E-commerce), M.A. (CDOE), B.E. (Computer Science & Design, Automation and Robotics), and others.
Several parts of Mumbai received extremely heavy rainfall between 8:30 pm on Monday and 5:30 am on Tuesday. Vikhroli recorded the highest rainfall at 194.5 mm, followed by Santacruz with 185 mm, Juhu with 173.5 mm, Byculla with 167 mm, Bandra with 157 mm, Colaba with 79.8 mm, and Mahalaxmi with 71.9 mm.
The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai and other coastal districts of Maharashtra, including Raigad, Ratnagiri, Satara, Kolhapur, and Pune, warning of very heavy rainfall and possible disruption.
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Heavy rains in Mumbai have caused widespread waterlogging and traffic congestion on several key routes leading to the airport, resulting in delays in both flight departures and arrivals. The situation has disrupted travel for thousands of passengers, with airlines advising them to leave well in advance to avoid missing flights.
Airlines have also urged travellers to stay updated on their flight status through official mobile apps and websites. Carriers assured that their teams are working on-ground to minimise disruptions and assist affected passengers at the airport.
Source: News18
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