Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Andheri Subway in Mumbai Shut Due to Waterlogging
Imagine a tunnel under a road in Mumbai that keeps flooding during heavy rain.
This week, it shut down seven times, making it hard for people to get around.
The tunnel fills up with water, forcing cars to take longer routes.
City officials are trying to fix the problem, but it will take time and lots of money.
For now, they're using pumps to get rid of the water, but people are getting frustrated with the constant closures.
The city is looking at big projects like building water storage areas to stop the flooding.
Andheri subway in Mumbai was closed to traffic seven times this week and ten times in July due to waterlogging.
The subway was closed twice on Wednesday due to heavy rainfall, causing significant traffic delays.
Closures led to detours, increasing commute times for residents in the Andheri and Jogeshwari areas.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is using dewatering pumps to manage the issue, facing criticism.
Long-term solutions, including holding ponds and nullah adjustments, are being studied, with substantial costs estimated.
- Who
- Commuters and residents of Andheri and Jogeshwari.
- What
- Andheri subway closures due to waterlogging.
- When
- The subway was closed seven times this week and twice on Wednesday.
- Where
- Andheri subway in Mumbai, India.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall causing waterlogging in the subway.
Commuters' Perspective
BMC Response
Impact of Closures
Commuters' Perspective
Commuters face increased travel times, inconveniences, and potential damage to vehicles due to subway closures and resultant diversions.
BMC Response
The BMC is facing social media backlash and demands to declare the subway as a national treasure to prevent its usage.
- Subway Closures This Week
- 7 times
- Subway Closures in July
- 10 times
- Wednesday Closures
- 2 times
- Wednesday Rainfall 1st Closure
- 47.2 mm
- Wednesday Rainfall 2nd Closure
- 74 mm
- Detour Distance
- 1.5 km - 3 km
- Potential Solution Cost (Holding Ponds)
- R600 crore