ASI Hemant Bhargude’s swift action averts tragedy at Kalyan station in Mumbai, while social media debates responsibility and heroism
Mumbai: A dramatic rescue at Kalyan railway station has turned into a powerful story of courage, alertness, and timely intervention, after an RPF jawan saved the lives of a mother and her toddler from a potentially fatal accident involving a moving train. The incident, which took place in Mumbai, has gone viral across social media platforms, drawing both widespread praise and intense public debate.
Eyewitnesses and viral footage suggest that the situation escalated rapidly, leaving little room for hesitation. The jawan’s quick reflexes and decisive action have since been widely hailed as heroic.
“He didn’t think twice, he just acted like a real hero and pulled that mother and her toddler to safety in seconds. This is what true alertness and humanity look like,” a user wrote on X, praising ASI Hemant Bhargude.
One user criticised the incident, stating:
“Such carelessness while holding a child is ridiculous! Why was she jumping from a moving train? That child deserves better.”
Another user shifted focus to appreciation:
“He deserves a lot of appreciation… saved two lives… what a great presence of mind and activeness.”
Meanwhile, some voices called for restraint in criticism:
“People are criticising the lady, but the post is not about her fault. It’s about the people who helped her on time.”
Officials from the Railway Protection Force reiterated the importance of strict adherence to safety guidelines, emphasising that such incidents can turn fatal within seconds.
