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Watch: Bengaluru traffic cop climbs hoarding to save pigeon, internet thanks him

January 3, 2023
Bharat Times

In the video, the policeman is untying the thread wrapped around a pigeon.

A Bengaluru traffic policeman has earned praise on the internet after risking his life to save a bird. In a video of the incident, a traffic policeman named Suresh of Rajajinagar traffic police station can be seen climbing the hoarding to untie the thread wrapped on a pigeon. The bird flew away after being free. However, the cop didn’t have any safety equipment, which worried many users.

The video was shared by Kuldeep Kumar R Jain, Deputy Commissioner of Traffic Police (West), Bengaluru. Appreciating the policeman, he wrote, “The hidden and unseen side of policemen. Well done Mr. Suresh…”

Watch the video here:

While most users thanked the policeman for his selfless service, others were concerned about his safety. Many demanded harness belts and safety gear for the police.

A Twitter user wrote, “This is beyond the scope of his duty. Please ensure that he is given a suitable award.” Another commented, ”Appreciate the action but not at the cost of safety. Just like you insist on helmets for all riders, similarly safety should be a priority for a policeman. He also has a family at home.

A third wrote, “Excellent intention and gesture. Can we equip our PCR vehicles with emergency/safety kits, and train our staff to use them? In case of adverse results, I am sure no one will come to support his family for the rest of his life.

The video was also shared by Karnataka Home Minister Araga Gyanendra, who wrote, “Our mobile police is also involved in the rescue operation. Mr. Suresh, traffic police of Rajajinagar rescued the crow stuck in the tower with great care. Thank you for this ” His punctuality and sense of duty.”

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