The Nation’s biggest rescue operation is successful: Rahul Sahu was safely rescued from a borewell after 104 hours
The Chief Minister prayed for Rahul’s speedy recovery
Raipur / 15 June 2022
Trapped in a borewell in village Pihrid of Malkharauda Development Block in Janjgir-Champa, the 11-year-old Rahul Sahu was rescued successfully. The Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel prayed for his speedy recovery. Rahul has been taken to the Apollo Hospital in Bilaspur through a green corridor for his health evaluation.
The Chief Minister said that Rahul showed extraordinary courage while being trapped in a borewell for almost 105 hours. This rescue operation was quite challenging, and the rescue groups conducted the operation with patience, courage, and intelligence. Mr. Baghel said that every team involved in the operation including NDRF, SDRF, SECL, Chhattisgarh Police, Indian Army, Medical groups, and administrative officers have collectively accomplished making this operation of rescuing Rahul a huge success with their dedication and hard work.
While expressing his happiness at the successful rescue of Rahul from the borewell, the Chief Minister Mr. Baghel tweeted, “Yes, the challenge was difficult, but our team was always ready to handle it. While the roads were rocky, our courage was even mightier.” He said that everyone’s prayers and the dedication of the rescue team have led to the safe rescue of Rahul. We wish for the speedy recovery and sound health of the child.
The Chief Minister said that he was personally concerned about the difficult situation faced by Rahul and his family. He was being updated at all times. He had assured Rahul’s parents over a phone call that they will implement every possible effort to save him. However, this incident has raised an alarm against the dangers of open borewells. The Chief Minister has instructed the officers to ensure the covering of such dangerous borewells.
