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The chief engineer was rescued.
– Photo : Amar Ujala
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The Chief Engineer of the Water Resources Department was swept away in the strong current of the Ganga River in Ismailpur of Navgachiya in Bhagalpur. However, he was rescued safely in time. He narrowly escaped. It is being told that on Saturday, Engineer Anwar Jameel had gone to inspect the erosion in the Ganga River. Suddenly, due to the strong pressure of water, his boat started drifting towards Kahalgaon. At the same time, his phone rang and due to a jolt, he fell from the boat into the water. However, the team present on the spot took immediate action and rescued him safely, which saved his life. After the incident, his condition deteriorated for some time. After this, he was given first aid, now his condition is safe.
The team rescued safely
Executive Engineer of Navagachia Flood Control Division Mukesh Kumar said that the Chief Engineer is safe and fine after the incident. He said that the Chief Engineer had a little panic due to drowning in water, but the NDRF team rescued him safely on time. Chief Engineer Anwar Jameel said that while he was inspecting nearby, the flow of water was very fast at that time. His boat was being pulled towards Kahalgaon due to water pressure. The NDRF team was trying to bring him back, during that time the Chief Engineer received a call on his mobile. Then this accident happened.
life jacket saved life
According to locals, the incident occurred when the chief engineer was on his way to inspect the erosion site and his boat became unbalanced due to the strong water current. Despite drowning in the Ganga river, a major tragedy was averted due to the promptness of the team and the chief engineer wearing a life jacket.