New Delhi: A tense hostage situation involving approximately 17 school children ended today after Mumbai Police successfully intervened at the RA Studio building in Powai, following a rescue call initially reported at the nearby LNT school.

The suspect, identified as Rohit Arya, allegedly held the small children hostage inside a room after luring them on the pretext of an audition. Police and fire brigade teams swiftly arrived at the scene, initiating contact with the suspect, who was described in initial reports as mentally challenged.

Suspect's Demands: 'Simple Conversation'

Before the police action, Rohit Arya released a video message detailing his intentions, claiming the act was part of a planned effort to seek answers and conversation, rather than commit suicide.

In the video, A

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