Archive · 31 Jul 2026
SDRF Jawan Saves Devotee from Ganga Current
A man was taking a holy bath in the Ganga river at Haridwar and got swept away by the strong current.
A brave soldier from the Uttarakhand State Disaster Response Force saw him and jumped into the water.
He held the man and swam back to the shore, where other soldiers helped pull them both to safety.
People on social media praised the soldier for his quick action and bravery.
The video of the rescue was shared by the Uttarakhand Police on X, and many people liked it.
This shows how important rescue teams are during religious festivals.
The incident happened at a place called Kangra Ghat in Haridwar.
The rescued man was a devotee from Noida, a city in Uttar Pradesh.
The rescue was a good example of teamwork and courage.
It reminds us that help is always ready when needed.
An SDRF jawan rescued a Lord Shiva devotee swept by the Ganga at Haridwar's Kangra Ghat.
The rescue was captured on video and shared by Uttarakhand Police on X.
The jawan jumped into the fast-moving river, held the devotee, and guided him to shore with help from other SDRF personnel.
Social media users praised the jawan’s bravery, calling him a hero and commending his swift action.
The incident highlights the role of Uttarakhand State Disaster Response Force in safeguarding pilgrims during holy dips.
- Who
- Uttarakhand State Disaster Response Force jawan
- What
- rescued a devotee swept by the Ganga
- When
- During a recent holy dip at Haridwar's Kangra Ghat
- Where
- Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India
- Why
- to save the devotee from being swept away by the strong current
- Rescuer
- SDRF jawan
- Rescued person
- Lord Shiva devotee from Noida
- Location
- Haridwar's Kangra Ghat, Ganga
- Agency
- Uttarakhand State Disaster Response Force
- Video shared by
- Uttarakhand Police on X
