Powai hostage situation
Mumbai's History of Hostage Crises: From Recent Child Rescue to Past Incidents
Oct 31, 2025 02:39 am CST
Mumbai witnessed another tense hostage situation on Thursday when 17 children were rescued from a studio in Powai. This article explores the city's history with hostage crises, including previous incidents involving a double-decker bus and residential flat, while highlighting police response strategies and specialized training for such emergencies.
Mumbai Hostage Crisis: Man Dies After Taking 17 Children Captive in Powai Over Payment Dispute
Oct 30, 2025 11:13 pm CST
A Mumbai man named Rohit Arya died after being shot by police during a rescue operation where he had taken 17 children hostage at RA Studios in Powai. Arya, who claimed the Maharashtra education department owed him money for a school sanitation project, had released a video explaining his actions as an alternative to suicide. All children were rescued safely after a two-hour standoff when police forcibly entered the premises.
Mumbai Hostage Crisis: Man Takes 17 Children Captive at Web Series Audition, Police Rescue All After Two-Hour Standoff
Oct 30, 2025 09:38 pm CST
A tense two-hour hostage situation unfolded in Mumbai when Rohit Arya took 17 children captive at RA Studios during what was supposed to be a web series audition. Police successfully rescued all children after forcing entry into the building. Arya, described as mentally challenged, opened fire during the rescue operation and later died from injuries sustained when police returned fire.