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On May 13th, heavy rains and sandstorms caused a stampede at Thane Railway Station in Mumbai. A video of the incident was shared on social media, showing passengers struggling to board a train outside the ladies’ compartment, with some women falling on the platform. The stampede was triggered by delays in local train services due to damage to overhead equipment between Thane and Mulund stations, resulting in services being suspended for over two hours during peak evening rush hours. The incident highlights the challenges faced by commuters during extreme weather conditions.

Mumbai witnessed its first monsoon rains on Monday afternoon, accompanied by an intense sandstorm that transformed the city’s skyline. The welcome precipitation brought relief to residents who had been enduring scorching heat. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted lightning, gusty winds, and potential hailstorms in isolated areas. Traffic was disrupted in some areas due to fallen trees, but no injuries were reported. Flight operations at Mumbai International Airport were temporarily suspended due to the adverse weather conditions.