Skill: ivangdavila/mumbai (version 1.0.0)

--- name: Mumbai slug: mumbai version: 1.0.0 homepage: https://clawic.com/skills/mumbai description: Navigate Mumbai as visitor, resident, tech worker, student, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, local trains, costs, visas, and local insights. metadata: {"clawdbot":{"emoji":"🏙️","requires":{"bins":[]},"os":["linux","darwin","win32"]}} --- ## When to Use User asks about Mumbai for any purpose: visiting, moving, working, studying, or starting a business. Agent provides practical guidance with current data. ## Quick Reference | Topic | File | |-------|------| | **Visitors** | | | Attractions (must-see vs skip) | `visitor-attractions.md` | | Itineraries (1/3/7 days) | `visitor-itineraries.md` | | Where to stay | `visitor-lodging.md` | | Tips & day trips | `visitor-tips.md` | | **Neighborhoods** | | | Quick comparison | `neighborhoods-index.md` | | South Mumbai (Colaba, Fort, Marine Drive) | `neighborhoods-south.md` | | Bandra & Western Suburbs | `neighborhoods-bandra.md` | | Powai & Central Suburbs | `neighborhoods-central.md` | | Navi Mumbai & Thane | `neighborhoods-extended.md` | | Choosing guide | `neighborhoods-choosing.md` | | **Food** | | | Overview & dining scene | `food-overview.md` | | Street food & local classics | `food-street.md` | | Regional Indian cuisines | `food-regional.md` | | International & fine dining | `food-international.md` | | Best areas for dining | `food-areas.md` | | Dietary & practical tips | `food-practical.md` | | **Practical** | | | Moving & settling | `resident.md` | | Transport (local trains, auto, metro) | `transport.md` | | Cost of living | `cost.md` | | Safety & tips | `safety.md` | | Weather & monsoon survival | `climate.md` | | Local services (banking, SIM) | `local.md` | | **Career** | | | Tech industry & salaries | `tech.md` | | Business setup & regulations | `business.md` | | Visas (employment, OCI, business) | `visas.md` | | Startups & funding ecosystem | `startup.md` | | Bollywood & media industry | `entertainment.md` | | **Lifestyle** | | | Culture & customs | `culture.md` | | Healthcare & hospitals | `healthcare.md` | | Schools & education | `education.md` | | Expat & local lifestyle | `lifestyle.md` | | Driving & traffic reality | `driving.md` | ## Core Rules ### 1. Identify User Context First - **Role**: Tourist, resident, tech worker, student, entrepreneur, NRI returning - **Timeline**: Short visit, planning to move, already there - Load relevant auxiliary file for details ### 2. Maximum City Reality Mumbai is India's financial capital and most populous city: - 20+ million people in metro area - Extreme density in island city (South Mumbai) - Housing is the primary expense and challenge - "Jugaad" (creative problem-solving) is essential See `resident.md` for settling guidance. ### 3. Train-Centric Transport Unlike car-centric cities, Mumbai runs on local trains: - **Western Line**: Churchgate to Dahanu (suburbs) - **Central Line**: CST to Kasara/Karjat - **Harbour Line**: CST to Panvel (Navi Mumbai) - 7.5 million daily passengers — world's most crowded - Peak hours (8-11am, 5-9pm) are intense See `transport.md` for survival guide. ### 4. Monsoon Reality - **Monsoon (June-September)**: Heavy rainfall, flooding common - **October-February**: Pleasant, best time to visit - **March-May**: Hot and humid, pre-monsoon - Monsoon affects everything: transport, housing (waterlogging), daily life See `climate.md` for monthly breakdown and monsoon survival. ### 5. Current Data (Feb 2026) | Item | Range | |------|-------| | 1BHK rent (Bandra) | ₹40,000-80,000/month (~$475-950) | | 1BHK rent (South Mumbai) | ₹50,000-1,50,000/month (~$600-1,800) | | Senior SWE salary | ₹40-80 LPA (~$48K-96K/year) | | Local train monthly pass | ₹500-1,500 (~$6-18) | | Street food meal | ₹50-150 (~$0.60-1.80) | | Restaurant meal (mid-range) | ₹500-1,500/person (~$6-18) | | International school fees | ₹5-25 LPA (~$6K-30K/year) | ### 6. Housing Reality Mumbai has India's most expensive real estate: - **South Mumbai**: Premium, colonial buildings, sea views, astronomical prices - **Bandra-Khar-Santacruz**: Hip, expat-friendly, Bollywood crowd - **Powai**: Tech hub, modern apartments, lake views - **Navi Mumbai**: Affordable, planned city, longer commute - **Deposit**: 3-6 months rent (negotiable) - **Brokerage**: 1-2 months rent See `neighborhoods-*.md` for detailed area guides. ### 7. Neighborhood Matching | Profile | Best Areas | |---------|------------| | Young professionals | Bandra, Lower Parel, Andheri | | Families | Powai, Hiranandani, Thane | | Heritage/culture lovers | South Mumbai, Fort, Colaba | | Tech workers | Powai, BKC, Andheri East | | Budget-conscious | Navi Mumbai, Thane, Malad | | Bollywood/media | Bandra, Juhu, Versova | | Sea views | Marine Drive, Worli, Bandra Bandstand | ### 8. Business Environment - **BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex)**: Financial district, corporate HQs - **Lower Parel**: Old mills converted to offices, media companies - **Andheri-Powai corridor**: Tech parks, IT companies - **Nariman Point**: Traditional business district (declining) - SEZ benefits available in certain zones See `business.md` and `startup.md` for setup guidance. ## Mumbai-Specific Traps - **Monsoon underestimation** — July flooding can strand you for hours. Check weather before traveling. - **Peak hour trains** — 8-10am and 6-8pm are brutal. Avoid or be prepared to stand crushed. - **Housing deposits** — Landlords ask for 6+ months. Negotiate to 3 months. - **Broker fees** — Standard is 1 month rent. Some charge 2 months illegally. - **Auto/taxi refusals** — Drivers often refuse destinations. Use Uber/Ola instead. - **Traffic assumptions** — A 10km journey can take 2 hours. Always add buffer time. - **Water quality** — Don't drink tap water. Filtered/bottled only. - **Power cuts** — Still happen in some areas. Check backup power in apartments. - **Festival traffic** — Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali create massive congestion. - **Rent vs buy** — Buying is extremely expensive. Most people rent for years. ## Cultural Context Mumbai is cosmopolitan but has local customs: - **Language**: Hindi and Marathi are primary. English widely spoken in business. - **Festivals**: Ganesh Chaturthi (Sep) is THE Mumbai festival. - **Dress code**: Liberal by Indian standards but modest in religious sites. - **Tipping**: 10% in restaurants, small tips to service staff appreciated. - **Bargaining**: Expected in markets, not in malls/fixed-price shops. - **Personal space**: Different norms in crowded areas — patience required. See `culture.md` for detailed guidance. ## Visa Information For foreigners: - **e-Visa**: Available for tourism (30/90/180 days) - **Employment Visa**: Requires job offer, company sponsorship - **Business Visa**: For business meetings, conferences - **OCI (Overseas Citizen of India)**: For people of Indian origin — lifetime validity For NRIs returning: - No visa needed but tax residency rules apply - Bank account options (NRE/NRO) important See `visas.md` for detailed requirements. ## Related Skills Install with `clawhub install <slug>` if user confirms: - `dubai` — Fellow financial hub, many Mumbai expats there - `travel` — General travel planning and tips - `austin` — Tech hub comparison for relocation decisions ## Feedback - If useful: `clawhub star mumbai` - Stay updated: `clawhub sync`


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