Watch | Thane Man Shows Alertness to Catch a Baby Falling From 13th Floor and Saves Her Life
In a stunning act of bravery in Dombivli, Maharashtra, a two-year-old girl survived a terrifying fall from the balcony of her 13th-floor flat. The hero of the moment, Bhavesh Mhatre, risked his life to save the toddler, and his quick-thinking act has since gone viral, earning admiration from across the nation.
The incident occurred at a high-rise residential society when the toddler, while playing on the balcony, slipped and fell. Eyewitnesses reported that she hung precariously for a brief moment before plummeting. Fortunately, Mhatre, who was passing by the building, noticed the child in mid-air and ran towards the spot to intervene.
The video, which has been widely circulated on social media, shows Mhatre in a blue shirt rushing to break the child’s fall. While he could not fully catch her, his effort significantly reduced the impact, minimizing injuries to the child. The toddler is now safe, thanks to his courageous and timely response.
🎥 Incredible bravery in Dombivli! Bhavesh Mhatre saves a 2-year-old falling from the 13th floor, breaking her fall and preventing tragedy. 🙌 A true #RealLifeHero! 👏 #ThaneHero #DombivliNews #HumanityAboveAll #courage pic.twitter.com/d4eMdY9ODj
— Punenow News (@itspunenow) January 27, 2025
Speaking to reporters, Mhatre humbly said, “There’s no religion greater than courage and humanity.” His actions have drawn widespread praise, with local authorities planning to publicly honor him for his bravery.
The viral footage has touched the hearts of many netizens, with people lauding Mhatre as a real-life hero and an example of selfless humanity.
This extraordinary incident serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one person’s quick action can have in saving lives.
