Heroic Rescue: 24 Saved After Boat Capsizes in Fatehpur Floods
A heroic rescue operation by police in Fatehpur saved two dozen people after a boat capsized in strong floodwaters near Awseri Kheda.
In a dramatic rescue operation amidst rising floodwaters, approximately two dozen people were saved from certain death after their boat capsized near Awseri Kheda village in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday evening.
Panic in the Dark
The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. near the Aung police station area. The boat, which had been provided by the local administration to assist villagers in navigating the flooded contact road between the Ganga and Pandu rivers, lost control due to the powerful currents. As the vessel overturned, darkness and turbulent waters triggered intense panic among the passengers, making the initial rescue efforts extremely difficult.
Police Officer Leads Brave Rescue
Upon receiving the urgent news, Aung Station House Officer (SHO) Dinesh Shukla rushed to the scene along with Lekhpal Kuldeep Kumar Singh and Village Head Ramdas Nishad. In a display of immense courage, SHO Shukla jumped into the deep, treacherous waters in his uniform to lead the rescue efforts. His swift actions helped pull multiple individuals to safety amidst the chaos.
No Casualties Reported
Despite the terrifying nature of the accident, authorities confirmed that all passengers were successfully rescued and no casualties were reported. The successful operation prevented a potential tragedy in the flood-affected region.
Lekhpal Kuldeep Kumar Singh noted that the surge in people moving through the area is linked to local events, including Ram Lila, wrestling matches, and various fairs in nearby villages. Following the incident, the matter has been reported to higher authorities, and officials are considering increasing the number of boats available to ensure the safe passage of villagers through the flooded zones.