In view of the Mumbai Rains that occurred on Wednesday, the Met. Department predicted 'extremely heavy rainfall' on Thursday as per its Mumbai weather forecast in the city and adjoining Raigad district due to which all the schools and junior colleges in Thane, Mumbai and Konkan region of Maharashtra would remain closed on Thursday. "The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red rain alert, indicating "extremely heavy rainfall", for the city and Raigad districts, said an IMD official. "This indicates precipitation of more than 204 mm in 24 hours starting Thursday morning," he said. 

Dear Mumbaikars,

Due to heavy rainfall forecast by IMD, the state government has declared a holiday for schools and junior colleges in Mumbai and other neighbouring districts. Please plan your day ahead accordingly.

Take care Mumbai!

— Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) September 18, 2019