Mumbai leads the country in many ways. It is the largest city in India and the capital of Maharashtra state. With an estimated population of 17 million, it is one of the largest cities in the world. Mumbai is a cosmopolitan city and is also the commercial capital of India.

Mumbai is India's melting pot - a confluence of people from various parts of India. It is a fast paced city and has been compared to New York many a time. The people of Mumbai, the Mumbaikars, have a reputation of being hard-working and passionate about their city and its culture.