Updated On: 27 August, 2024 10:12 PM IST | Divya Nair
Mumbaikars were caught off guard when clear skies turned cloudy and it began raining at the city`s favourite hangout place, Marine Drive. (Pics/Ashish Rane)

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Members of the Marwari community, who were in Marine Drive for the Janmashtami rituals, enjoy the showers on Tuesday
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Mumbai is expected to receive moderate to heavy showers till Wednesday
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The rains brought down the temperatures, adding more enthusiasm to the Janmashtami celebrations
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As many offices were closed owing to Janmashtami, revellers ventured out to Marine Drive and other spots in the city
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Residents take shelter from the rain under a building in south Mumbai
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