How to make Mumbai monsoon-proof? Big focus on News Today

This episode of News Today focusses on Mumbai as heavy rainfall brings the city to a standstill. A monorail train, reportedly overloaded, experienced a technical snag amidst the downpour, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded for hours. The Mumbai Fire Brigade launched rescue operations, utilising cranes to evacuate individuals, many of whom experienced claustrophobia following a power outage. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stated, "The first priority is to rescue the passengers, provide them with medical aid, and safely take them home." With over 300 mm of rain recorded in a single day, the programme examines Mumbai's recurring monsoon chaos and the city's infrastructure preparedness for such climate events.