Mumbai’s Monorail experienced a breakdown between Chembur and Bhakti Park stations amidst heavy rains, stranding approximately 200 passengers. Chief Minister Fadnavis assured a safe evacuation and ordered an inquiry into the incident. Overcrowding due to suspended local train services exacerbated the situation, prompting rescue operations by various agencies to ensure passenger safety and medical assistance.

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A rake of the Mumbai monorail lost power and got stuck in the same spot for over 90 minutes, leaving over 100 passengers stranded. The monorail was stranded on an elevated corridor and the fire brigade employed three hydraulic ladders, with personnel