Several other areas such as Borivli, Andheri, Bandra, Mahim, Vasai and Thane also reported rainfall through the morning hours

While the rain caused minor inconvenience in some pockets, the light showers helped bring down pollution levels, offering brief relief from the city’s otherwise hazy air as Mumbai rang in the New Year under cloudy skies

The rains began at 5 am

While it was more intense in several areas, many other places experienced drizzle

The intensity gradually reduced after 6.15 am