Crocodile Terror In Mumbai! Powai Lake’s 7-Ft-Long Reptile Gets A Dramatic Rescue

A 7-foot crocodile that was terrorising people near the Powai Lake in Mumbai, Maharashtra, has finally been caught in a dramatic rescue. The deadly reptile was spotted near a dargah in Morarji Nagar, close to Powai Lake, causing panic among local residents. The crocodile’s presence was simply an added issue for residents, keeping in mind the already existing struggles that Mumbaikars are going through amid heavy rain across the city. As soon as the panic began to spread, people contacted the Forest Department, which immediately arrived at the spot.Officials said that the crocodile was rescued in a joint operation, where the Forest Department worked along with a rescue team. The crocodile was later safely captured without any injuries. The reptile is currently

undergoing a medical examination, and officials have said that its condition is stable. Reportedly, the wild animal will be released back into its natural habitat after its health check-up is complete.Multiple videos of the rescue are also going viral, amassing all kinds of reactions.Check out the viral post: “A big crocodile, almost 7ft long, was seen near a dargah in Morarji Nagar, close to Powai Lake in Mumbai. Locals called the Forest Department. It might have come out to look for a place to lay eggs, which sometimes happens during the monsoon,” the post read. The post was shared on X (formerly Twitter), by the handle ‘MonojitSinha11’. The post was shared today and pulled many views from people.

A big crocodile, almost 7ft long, was seen near a dargah in Morarji Nagar, close to Powai Lake in Mumbai. Locals called the Forest Department. It might have come out to look for a place to lay eggs, which sometimes happens during the monsoon. pic.twitter.com/Rte1SbCMdy

— Monojit Sinha (@MonojitSinha11) July 7, 2026

Internet’s reaction: “Lacoste decided to do grassroots marketing in Powai and sent their mascot instead of influencers. The marketing team went too hard this time,” a user joked. “The 'rescue' involved 3 grown men sitting on top of the crocodile, which surely would have hurt it. Surprised they did not use a more humane method like tranquilizer dart or net,” added another. “I don’t live there and this is terrifying to watch. Flooding is bad enough, but how do they prepare for an apex predator outside your door,” commented the next person. “This is just scary,” added another.