Mumbai Encounter: Kidnap Accused Rohit Arya Shot Dead by Police in Powai Hostage Case

Mumbai Police shot dead kidnap accused Rohit Arya in an encounter during a tense hostage situation in Powai. Seventeen children were rescued safely after a dramatic standoff.

Mumbai, October 30, 2025 – In a high-intensity operation, Mumbai Police shot dead Rohit Arya, the main accused in a kidnapping case, during a dramatic encounter in Powai. The incident unfolded when Arya allegedly held several people, including children, hostage inside a flat, prompting immediate police intervention.

According to police sources, the situation escalated rapidly after officers received a distress call about a man holding multiple hostages inside a residential building in the Powai area. When police teams reached the spot, they surrounded the building and began negotiations to secure the release of the hostages. However, Arya reportedly became violent and refused to surrender.

During the standoff, police officials said Arya fired at officers, forcing them to retaliate. In the exchange of fire, he sustained critical injuries and was later declared dead. The operation ended with the rescue of 17 children and several adults who were trapped inside the building. Police said that none of the hostages suffered serious injuries, though many were visibly shaken by the incident.

The encounter drew a large crowd of residents as the news spread across the neighborhood. Police cordoned off the area and deployed additional security to maintain order. Senior officers, including those from the crime branch, reached the scene to oversee the operation and later briefed the media.

Preliminary information suggests that Rohit Arya was involved in multiple criminal cases, including kidnapping and extortion. Investigators are now verifying his background and associates to determine whether he acted alone or as part of a larger network. The Crime Branch has taken over the investigation to review the sequence of events that led to the encounter.

The incident has sparked discussions about the growing trend of violent crimes in Mumbai and the police’s handling of high-risk operations. Officials said they followed due procedure and opened fire only in self-defense after Arya fired first. The state’s Home Department is expected to seek a detailed report on the encounter from the Mumbai Police.

Local residents have praised the swift police response that ensured the safety of the hostages, particularly the children. The Powai encounter has once again highlighted the dangers faced by law enforcement during live hostage situations and the need for quick, decisive action to prevent loss of innocent lives.

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