A dramatic scene unfolded in Greater Noida on Tuesday when a young man, distraught after his marriage proposal was turned down, climbed a perilous 50-foot-high high-tension electricity tower. The incident, which caused significant alarm among locals, required a three-hour-long coordinated rescue effort by police and administration officials to bring him down safely.
Details of the Distressing Incident
The event took place near Shahpur village on Jarcha Road, within the jurisdiction of the Dadri police station. The individual was identified as Pankaj, a resident of Bulandshahr district who works at a hotel in Greater Noida's Surajpur area. According to police reports, Pankaj was in a relationship with a woman and wished to marry her. However, his proposal was reportedly rejected by both the woman and her family.
Following this refusal, Pankaj became mentally distressed and emotionally unstable. In this state, he proceeded to the woman's locality and scaled a nearby high-tension electricity tower. His actions triggered immediate panic among residents and commuters in the area, who alerted the authorities about the grave risk to his life.
The Three-Hour Rescue Operation
Upon receiving the alert, police and electricity department officials rushed to the spot. The police quickly launched a rescue mission, cordoning off the area to prevent any potential mishap. Officers first attempted to persuade Pankaj to climb down from the dangerous structure, but he refused and remained seated at the top.
As efforts to negotiate continued, the police decided to call the woman's father to the scene to help de-escalate the tense situation. After prolonged discussions and continuous counselling by police officials and family members, Pankaj finally agreed to come down. With the coordinated efforts of the police and local residents, he was successfully rescued without sustaining any injuries.
Aftermath and Ongoing Inquiry
Following the rescue, police confirmed that Pankaj was taken under supervision and is receiving counselling to help him cope with the emotional stress that led to the extreme act. An official stated that a further inquiry is underway to fully ascertain all the circumstances that precipitated the incident. Officials also confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported during the entire operation.
The incident highlights the severe emotional turmoil that can follow personal rejection and the extreme measures individuals may contemplate. It also underscores the critical role of prompt emergency response in preventing tragedies.
