New Delhi, May 6 -- Mumbai residents were taken by surprise on the evening of May 6, as a sudden dust storm swept through the city, accompanied by strong winds and light rain. The unexpected weather event provided a brief respite from the intense heatwave that has been affecting the region.

As the storm unfolded, social media platforms were inundated with images and videos capturing the city's transformation. Trees swayed violently, streets were blanketed in dust, and visibility dropped significantly.

Social media platforms, especially X , quickly filled with real-time footage of the spectacle. One user posted a video taken from their apartment balcony, showing thick dust clouds engulfing the skyline. In the background, tall palm trees ...