A heroic moment and some quick thinking on the part of a Railway Police Force constable, identified as Anil Kumar, was captured on CCTV footage from December 3 at Thane Railway Station, Mumbai.
A man was seen crossing the railway tracks just as a train was coming into the station. Kumar leapt down on the tracks at once, helping the man to climb on to the platform, and then jumping out of the way of the train just in time.
Also watch
‘Yamraj’ walks the tracks of Western Railways, warning people not to risk their lives
Commuters at Mumbai railway station come to the rescue of man who lay down on the tracks
Limited-time offer: Big stories, small price. Keep independent media alive. Become a Scroll member today!
Our journalism is for everyone. But you can get special privileges by buying an annual Scroll Membership. Sign up today!