Watch: Mumbai Cops Jump Into Sea During High Tide To Save Drowning Woman

A social media post highlighted the bravery of two Mumbai police officers who risked their lives by jumping into the sea during high tide to rescue a drowning woman. Their courageous act has garnered widespread admiration, with many hailing them as heroes.

Mumbai Police shared a video of the officers’ daring rescue, showing them saving the woman and bringing her to safety. The footage also captures other police personnel caring for her before helping her into a vehicle for transport to the hospital.

Take a look:

“Turned the tide! Responding quickly to a drowning incident near Sundar Mahal Junction, Marine Drive, on-duty officials PC Kiran Thackeray & PC Anmol Dahifale, despite high tide, jumped into the sea & rescued the woman,” Mumbai Police wrote.

“The lady was then taken to the hospital by Marine Drive 1 Mobile van for further treatment where the doctors have confirmed her condition is stable and her relatives have been notified,” they added.

Since its posting a few hours ago, the video has amassed over 7.5 lakh views and continues to gain traction. It has also garnered nearly 43,000 likes, including one from actress Bhumi Pednekar.

How did Instagram users react to this rescue video by Mumbai Police?

“I have travelled across/lived in almost all major metro cities of India. It has been six years in Mumbai now. Never seen a city like this and felt safer in any other city. Mumbai police is the real gem for the nation,” shared an Instagram user.

Another individual added, “Respect for our Mumbai police.” A third expressed, “People forget that police are humans, too, and they have families. Such things put their lives at risk. Blessings to Mumbai Police.”

A fourth joined in and wrote, “Not all heroes wear capes.”

Mumbai Police has established a strong social media presence with engaging posts. From raising awareness on various issues to sharing stories of police bravery and participating in viral trends, they have effectively utilized social media. The department’s Instagram handle, with over 1,600 posts, boasts nearly 7.9 lakh followers.