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Updated Thursday, September 10, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Mumbai?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

Travel to Mumbai is permitted, but visitors must comply with electronic Overseas Citizen of India Card (e‑OCI) requirements, Ebola health screening, and a self‑declaration form. The advisory highlights the need to stay updated on regional alerts and entry protocols.

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People and places shaping Mumbai

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Past and future events in Mumbai

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1260

    Between the 2nd century and 9th centuries, the islands were ruled by successive indigenous dynasties including the Western Satraps, Abhira, Vakataka, Kalachuris, Konkan Mauryas, Chalukyas, and Rashtrakutas, before being ruled by the Shilaharas from 810 to 1260.

  2. Documented history · 1298

    Around 1298, the Pathare Prabhus, among the earliest known settlers of the city, migrated to Mahikawati from Saurashtra in Gujarat.

  3. Documented history · 1347

    The Delhi Sultanate annexed the islands in 1347–48 and ruled them until 1407, during which they were administered by Muslim governors of Gujarat appointed by the sultanate.

  4. Documented history · 1407

    The islands were subsequently governed by the independent Gujarat Sultanate, established in 1407.

Current public leadership

  • Iqbal Singh Chahal

    Wikidata currently records this person as Mumbai's head of government. Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai.

People associated with this place

  • A resident of Mumbai is called Mumbaikar (pronounced [ˈmumbəikəɾ]) in Marathi

    in which the suffix -kar means a 'resident of'. The term had been in use for quite some time

  • Mumbaikar

    A resident of Mumbai is called Mumbaikar (pronounced [ˈmumbəikəɾ]) in Marathi, in which the suffix -kar means a 'resident of'. The term had been in use for quite some time.

Historical figures

No historical figure has been extracted from reliable context for Mumbai yet.

Local business and employers

No locally headquartered business or major employer has passed the source checks for Mumbai yet.

Newspapers and local media

  • The Times of India

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Mumbai. Indian English-language daily newspaper.

  • Cartoon Network

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Mumbai. Indian feed.

  • Nickelodeon

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Mumbai. Indian pay satellite channel.

  • Chandamama

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Mumbai. Indian multi-lingual children monthly magazine and publisher.

  • STAR Gold

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Mumbai.

Buildings and landmarks

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01 · Overview

Mumbai, in brief

Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the financial capital and the most populous city proper of India, with an estimated population of 12.5 million (1.25 crore). Mumbai is the centre of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, which is among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world with a population of over 23 million. It lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour. In 2008, Mumbai was named an alpha world city. It has the highest number of billionaires of any city in Asia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mumbai

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01 · Q&A

Where is Mumbai located and what are its coordinates?

Mumbai is situated in India at geographic coordinates 19.0728, 72.8826 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Mumbai?

Mumbai has a recorded population of approximately 12,691,836 and observes the Asia/Kolkata time zone (INR).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Mumbai?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Mumbai include en-IN, hi, bn, te, mr, ta, ur, gu, kn, ml, or, pa, as, bh, sat, ks, ne, sd, kok, doi, mni, sit, sa, fr, lus, inc, and the circulating currency is INR.

04 · Q&A

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