Mumbai Police Debunk Viral '12 Kids Missing' Rumour, Warn Against Panic

• Mumbai Police denied viral social media claims of 12 minor children missing in 36 hours, calling them rumour-mongering.
• The police stated they are processing FIRs against those deliberately spreading false information and creating public panic.
• Reports had claimed FIRs were filed against 12 unidentified persons under BNS Section 137(2) for suspected kidnapping.
• Specific areas like Shivaji Nagar, Sakinaka, Antop Hill, Oshiwara, Mankhurd, Bangur Nagar, and Ghatkopar were cited in the false reports.
• Official data shows 145 children went missing between June and December 2025, with many safely reunited with parents.

Why It Matters: Mumbai Police urge citizens to ignore false social media claims about missing children and avoid rumour-mongering.