Kerala Floods : NDRF man rescues child through flooding bridge in Idukki district
New Delhi : The heroics of a man saving a child in the flood-ravaged Idukki district in Kerala is going viral on social media. NDRF rescue officer Kanhaiya Kumar is seen running across a bridge that is getting battered by a fully charged river, and just seconds before it gets swept by the flow, the brave officer saves the child. In the image that is captured, Kanhaiya Kumar in a blue raincoat and umbrella is running across a bridge which stood in the middle of an overflowing river. The brave officer is elated with the response that the video has received so far.
Reports say that the child was suffering from a high fever and needed medical attention. “I realised that I can help by taking the child to the nearest hospital in a safer place for 1st-aid & I did exactly that”, Kanhaiya Kumar was quoted saying by ANI as the video of him running through the flooded bridge in Kerala’s Idukki with a child close to his chest garners praise for everywhere.
In the video, two other men are also running behind the officer in the attempt to save the child’s life. The flow of the river water has increased tremendously since the 5th shutter of the Cheruthoni dam in Idukki was opened on Friday evening.
The video captured the moments that was barely minutes before the 5th shutter of the dam had been opened. Kanahaiya was quoted by News 18 saying that he saw two men frantically calling for help. He then went to the other side, carried the child and crossed the bridge before it was submerged.
Meanwhile, the death toll in the Kerala floods have gone up to 37 and the government has issued a high alert with predictions of more rains. CM Pinarayi Vijayan undertook an aerial survey of rain-ravaged areas of Idukki and Wayanad yesterday.
Meet Kanhaiya Kumar, an NDRF personnel who has become one of the heroes in the state of Kerala. #WATCH the man run across a road with an ailing kid, moments before the road was submerged | #KeralaFloods pic.twitter.com/5o9ZknLn8j
— News18 (@CNNnews18) August 12, 2018
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
