Andhra Pradesh cop carries 58-year-old woman on back for 6 km after she faints

The incident was shared on the official Twitter profile of Andhra Pradesh Police.

Published on: Dec 24, 2020, 20:53:59 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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An Andhra Pradesh cop’s helpful gesture has now earned him the title of a hero on the Internet. On-duty constable Sheik Arshad rescued a 58-year-old pilgrim who fainted while visiting the Tirumala hills. Arshad carried the woman on his back for 6 km and walked up the hills so that she could receive a proper medical treatment.

The image shows on-duty constable Sheik Arshad carrying the woman. (Twitter/@APPOLICE100)

The incident was shared on the official Twitter profile of Andhra Pradesh Police. “#APPolice serves with pride & care: DGP lauds the gesture of on-duty constable Sheik Arshad for rescuing a 58 y/o lady pilgrim who fainted while walking up Tirumala hills by carrying her on his back for 6km to get medical aid. An inspirational act reflecting his devotion to duty,” they wrote and also shared an image of Arshad carrying the woman on his back.

People showered tons of appreciation and praised the cop’s gesture. “Hat’s off to you,” wrote a Twitter user. “Respect,” commented another.

An individual wrote, “This is great news. I salute Arshad sir. You did a great job.” Another expressed, “You are a hero.”

A few days ago, a cop from Manipur received tons of love from netizens. She purchased footwear for an elderly woman who was walking around barefoot.

What are your thoughts on this heartwarming incident?

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Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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