Landslides hit parts of Maharashtra amid persisting rain

At least 36 people have died in a landslide near a village in Raigad district of Maharashtra. (Credit: AP)

Due to heavy downpour across the state, villages have been marooned, rail and road traffic severely hit. (Credit: AP)

Landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains hit parts Maharashtra, killing at least 36 people and leading to the overnight rescue of more than 1,000 other people trapped by floodwaters. (Credit: ANI)

A team of rescuers helping people during the landslide which occurred in Raigad. (Credit: ANI)

An aerial view of the Raigad district of Maharashtra hit by a severe landslide. (Credit: AP)

Picture shows debris of houses in Taliye village after a landslide in Mahad of Raigad district of Maharashtra. (Credit: AFP)