Mumbai Landslide After 200mm Rainfall Hits Bhandup: Over 12 Homes Damaged, No Injuries Reported Amid Monsoon Chaos
Massive landslide strikes Mumbai’s Bhandup after 200mm rainfall; 12+ homes damaged. No injuries reported. Monsoon mayhem continues across city
Mumbai continues to reel under the relentless monsoon fury as a massive landslide struck the Bhandup area late on Tuesday night, causing extensive damage to homes and alarming local residents. Triggered by over 200mm of rainfall in 24 hours, the landslide resulted in mud and debris cascading down the hill slope in the Hanuman Tekdi area of Bhandup West, damaging more than 12 homes in its path. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties have been reported so far, thanks to the timely evacuation efforts and alert locals.
This incident is the latest in a series of monsoon-related disruptions in Mumbai, where waterlogging, tree falls, and infrastructure collapse have become a near-daily reality over the last two weeks.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhandup recorded over 200mm of rainfall between Monday evening and Tuesday night. The continuous downpour softened the soil in the already vulnerable hillside area near Hanuman Tekdi, making it prone to a landslip.
At around 3:45 AM, residents were jolted awake by the loud rumble of collapsing earth and debris. Panic ensued as large volumes of mud and rocks tore through the hill slope, crashing into tin-roofed houses at the base. Eyewitnesses reported that the landslide lasted for over 10 minutes, burying the entrances and interiors of several homes in thick layers of slush.
Local resident Ramesh Kadam, whose house was partially destroyed, described the terrifying moment:
“We heard a roar like thunder and came out to see mud sliding down the hill. We grabbed our children and ran. Within minutes, our back wall was gone. The entire area was covered in soil.”
Another local, Shanaz Sheikh, said:
“My neighbour’s home is buried chest-deep in mud. Thankfully, they were at a relative’s place last night. If they were inside, this could have been a disaster.”
The Bhandup Fire Brigade and Mumbai Police reached the site within an hour of the incident, followed closely by National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams. Emergency lighting was brought in to assist in navigating the area in the early morning darkness.
Officials confirmed that no one was trapped under the debris, but several families were evacuated as a precautionary measure. As of now, over 50 residents from the nearby homes have been shifted to municipal shelters and schools, and rescue personnel continue to clear mud from the roads and assess structural damage.
Deputy Municipal Commissioner Ajay Rathod stated:
“Fortunately, there have been no injuries. We are conducting structural audits to ensure the remaining houses are safe to occupy. Food, water, and temporary shelter have been arranged for all affected families.”
Initial reports suggest that at least 12 houses have been severely damaged, with 4 homes completely uninhabitable due to collapsed roofs and walls. Most of the affected structures were built informally along the hillside without formal permissions—making them especially vulnerable to such disasters.
The BMC disaster management team is working in coordination with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) to assess the extent of the damage and offer compensation to affected residents.
Mumbai has over 300 landslide-prone zones, especially in areas like Kurla, Ghatkopar, Sion, Malad, and Bhandup. According to a 2024 survey conducted by BMC’s Geotechnical Cell, Hanuman Tekdi in Bhandup was flagged as high-risk, but reinforcement or relocation work has been pending.
Environmental activist Ashok Sawant said:
“Every year we highlight the dangers of unregulated construction on slopes. But the authorities only act after disasters. We need permanent solutions, not post-tragedy relief.”
Following the incident, the IMD has issued an orange alert for the next 36 hours, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall (100-150mm) across Mumbai and suburbs, with isolated intense spells that could again trigger flooding or landslides in vulnerable areas.
Residents in slope-side homes and low-lying settlements are advised to remain on high alert. BMC officials have activated 24×7 control rooms and shared emergency helpline numbers for quick coordination.
Apart from the Bhandup landslide, other parts of Mumbai also faced severe waterlogging, especially in Sion, Dadar, Andheri, and Kurla. Suburban rail services on the Central Line faced disruptions early Wednesday morning due to water on tracks between Bhandup and Kanjurmarg stations.
Reports also emerged of:
6 trees uprooted in Mulund and Chembur
2 wall collapses in Dharavi and Jogeshwari (no injuries)
Power cuts in parts of Powai and Kandivali due to feeder faults
In response to the growing pressure, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has:
Deployed extra dewatering pumps in low-lying areas
Stationed disaster management staff in all 24 wards
Ordered inspection and possible relocation of residents in over 20 identified landslide-prone spots
Civic Chief Bhushan Gagrani said:
“We have mapped all vulnerable sites. Work on constructing retaining walls and soil nailing is underway in phases. We request residents to cooperate and alert us if they notice cracks or soil movement.”
BMC Disaster Helpline: 1916
Mumbai Police Control Room: 100
Fire Brigade: 101
NDRF Response Unit, Bhandup: 022-2656-2000
WhatsApp Alert Line: 816-968-0820 (report landslide risk or damage)
