2000 Mumbai landslide

The 2000 Mumbai landslide occurred on July 26, 2000, in the suburb of Malad in Mumbai, India, amid one of the heaviest rainfalls recorded in the city’s history. Triggered by incessant monsoon rains, the landslide resulted in the collapse of a hillside, leading to significant loss of life and extensive property damage. Approximately 100 people were reported dead, with many others injured, and hundreds of homes were destroyed or severely damaged. The disaster raised critical concerns about urban planning, inadequate drainage systems, and illegal encroachments in vulnerable areas. In the aftermath, the event highlighted the urgent need for improved disaster management and urban infrastructure in Mumbai, a city prone to similar environmental hazards.