Mumbai Weather Update: No School Holiday Announced Yet, IMD Issues Orange Alert

No school holiday has been announced for July 23 across Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar; schools and colleges are expected to function as usual.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Thane and Palghar, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with winds of 50-60 kmph; Mumbai is under a yellow alert.

Local authorities, including district collectors, have been authorized to cancel classes if dangerous conditions such as flooding or landslides occur in specific areas.

Heavy rain is likely to continue across Konkan, Goa, and parts of Madhya Maharashtra, with extremely heavy rain possible in ghat regions and areas like Palghar and Shahapur.

Residents are advised to avoid beaches and unnecessary travel during intense rainfall, and to monitor official updates as weather decisions may be made at short notice.