A devastating building collapse in Mumbai’s Mankhurd suburb has claimed the lives of six people, including five young children, following a period of relentless heavy rainfall. The multi-storey structures, located within a densely populated slum area, crumbled on Sunday, serving as a grim reminder of the city's vulnerability during the monsoon season. This incident is part of a broader wave of destruction caused by the severe weather, which has also resulted in multiple fatalities recently due to falling trees and flooded infrastructure.

The impact of the heavy downpour extends well beyond this tragic collapse, as the city’s transport network has been severely crippled. The Mumbai-Pune expressway was forced to shut down following landslides, while flight schedules were hampered and critical long-distance train services were cancelled. With some regions recording over 160mm of rain, authorities have ordered schools and colleges to remain closed to ensure public safety as residents struggle to navigate the waterlogged streets.