Heavy monsoon rains have been lashing much of western India. Water-logged streets have caused intense traffic jams in the country's financial capital, Mumbai. Authorities have forecast more rain for the city over the coming days, and have advised people to stay away from coastal areas. The country's rural areas have also taken a battering. While the country is very reliant on the annual monsoon rains for its agricultural needs, experts say an excessive amount can also bring devastation.