New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Amid the India Meteorological Department issuing a 'Red Alert' for Mumbai and suburbs till Tuesday, predicting heavy rains, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on Monday issued an order stating all schools and colleges in Mumbai - city and suburbs - will remain closed on Tuesday.

The BMC clearly mentioned that the order applies to all government, private, and municipal schools and colleges in the city and suburbs.

"The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff, given the possibility of intense downpours, waterlogging, and traffic disruptions," X post shared by BMC said.

Similar to BMC, Thane Municipal Corporation too announced that a holiday has been declared ...