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Mumbai's iconic CSMT dome develops leaks after heavy rain, foyer barricaded amid restoration work
Updated On: 10 July, 2026 07:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Days of incessant rainfall have caused major leaks in the iconic dome of Mumbai's UNESCO-listed CSMT building, forcing authorities to barricade the foyer beneath it. Central Railway said the dome is already undergoing a scientific restoration programme.

Parts of the exterior of CSMT have been covered with protective sheeting as conservation work continues on the UNESCO World Heritage building
The four days of incessant rainfall seems to have done some key damage to the Mumbai's most iconic structure and World Heritage Site of Mumbai CSMT building with its dome developing major leaks so much so that the portion under the foyer under the dome has been barricaded and covered with rags and floor cloths.

The iconic central dome of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, where restoration work is underway following leaks during heavy monsoon rain. Pics/Rajendra B Aklekar
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