Archive · 24 Aug 2025
Mandi Health Worker Risks All to Immunize Newborn
In Mandi, India, a healthcare worker named Kamla showed incredible bravery to help a baby.
Heavy rains caused flooding and made it hard to get around.
Even though it was dangerous, Kamla crossed a fast-flowing river to give a newborn a shot.
People were very impressed and shared a video of her on the internet.
Her boss admired her actions, but also said that healthcare workers should try not to put themselves in harm's way.
Mandi has been badly hit by the rain, with many roads closed and people facing difficult situations.
A health worker in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, crossed a flooded rivulet to immunize a newborn.
The health worker, Kamla Devi, serves at the Primary Health Centre, Sudhar, in Padhar tehsil.
The incident occurred due to heavy rainfall and related infrastructure damage in Mandi district.
Kamla's actions were praised, though her superiors emphasized the importance of avoiding unnecessary risks.
Mandi district has been severely impacted by the monsoon, with numerous roads closed and significant losses reported.
- Who
- Kamla Devi, a health worker.
- What
- A health worker immunized a newborn baby.
- When
- On or before August 19, 2025.
- Where
- Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
- Why
- To immunize a newborn baby whose mother couldn't reach the clinic.
Heroism vs Safety
Health worker's bravery commended
Safety Concerns
Heroism vs Safety
While commending Kamla's bravery, authorities emphasize the need for healthcare workers to avoid dangerous situations.
Health worker's bravery commended
N/A
- Health Worker's Name
- Kamla Devi
- Location of Incident
- Mandi, Himachal Pradesh
- Primary Duty Location
- Primary Health Centre, Sudhar
- District Affected
- Mandi
- Cause of Issues
- Heavy Rainfall
- Number of Roads Closed (approx)
- 160 in Mandi
