Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam Ditches Car, Opts For Mumbai Metro After Traffic Snarls Hit City Amid Heavy Rains; Visuals Surface

Mumbai: Mumbai witnessed heavy traffic snarls on Tuesday following an unexpected downpour that disrupted vehicular movement across several key areas. The abrupt change in weather led to gridlocked roads, leading Maharashtra’s Minister of State for Home Affairs, Yogesh Kadam, to ditch his official car and commute via the Mumbai Metro instead.

Minister Kadam’s decision was both practical and symbolic. By choosing public transport, he avoided the frustrating traffic delays and took the opportunity to experience the city’s metro system firsthand. During the journey, he interacted with fellow commuters, gathering feedback on the metro’s performance, cleanliness, punctuality and accessibility. Visuals of his Metro ride have surfaced on the internet.

Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam Travels Using Mumbai Metro

Minister Kadam Hails Mumbai Metro

Speaking after the ride, Kadam praised the Mumbai Metro, calling it a modern, safe and reliable mode of transportation. “The Mumbai Metro system is well-planned, safe, punctual and equipped with modern amenities. Once all routes are operational, it will provide immense relief to the city's citizens,” he stated.

Minister Kadam Warns Citizens & Fishermen Of Changing Weather

Additionally, Kadam also drew attention to the changing weather conditions and issued a cautionary note to the citizens and coastal communities, earlier yesterday. Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, he warned that the Arabian Sea is expected to turn rough due to a developing low-pressure system near the Maharashtra-Goa coastline.

According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), this low-pressure area could intensify and move northward by May 24. While no immediate danger to Maharashtra’s coastline has been forecast, rough sea conditions are expected between May 22 and 24, particularly near Mumbai, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Palghar. The minister stressed the importance of preparedness and issued detailed safety guidelines for fishermen.

अरबी समुद्र खवळण्याची शक्यता; मच्छीमारांना सतर्कतेचं आवाहन

महाराष्ट्र आणि गोव्या जवळ अरबी समुद्रात 21 मेपासून कमी दाबाचा पट्टा तयार होण्याचा अंदाज हवामान विभागाने वर्तवला आहे. 24 मेपर्यंत तो अधिक तीव्र होऊन उत्तरेकडे सरकू शकतो. राज्याच्या किनाऱ्याला थेट धोका नसला तरी याचा परिणाम…

— Yogesh Ramdas Kadam (@iYogeshRKadam) May 20, 2025

Kadam Shared Precautionary Measures For Fishermen (May 21–24) On X:

- Regularly monitor updates from the Meteorological Department.

- Follow instructions from local authorities and fishermen’s cooperatives.

- Avoid venturing into the deep sea during this period.

- Use only small boats for nearshore work, and ensure boats are anchored safely.

- Carry safety gear like life jackets and wireless communication sets.

- Refrain from fishing when sea conditions are rough to ensure safety.