Two people were dead, and one was injured after a landslide hit the Kurla region in Mumbai’s eastern suburb on Wednesday (August 12, 2026). At least six persons are reported to be trapped under the debris. Rescue operation is under way. NDRF personnel and 50 BMC personnel are carrying out the operation.

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Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported this as a level II incident which occurred around 3:48 a.m. at Gaushiya Chawl in Chirag Nagar, Near Rathod Medical in Kurla West. BMC Mayor Ritu Tawade has also reached the spot.

The two deceased are identified as Sohel Ansari (18) and Mohamad Ansari (14). Both were sent to Rajawadi Hospital. CMO Dr. Vishal declared Mohamad brought dead, while Sohel sustained head injuries.

“Debris fell on nearby rooms of the chawl structure. As per witnesses, six to eight persons were trapped under the debris,” a BMC official said.