Shashi Tharoor Praises Kerala Fire & Rescue Services After Lift Rescue
Shashi Tharoor has expressed gratitude to the Kerala Fire and Rescue Services after being rescued from a lift that became stuck. He described the rescue team's response as a "highly commendable" display of professionalism and efficiency.
Written by
Jyoti Mukherjee
Tharoor Rescued From Stuck Lift
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor was safely rescued after becoming trapped in a malfunctioning lift.
Emergency personnel from the Kerala Fire & Rescue Services responded to the incident and successfully brought him out without any reported injuries.
Praises Rescue Personnel
Following the rescue, Tharoor publicly thanked the rescue team and praised their prompt response.
Describing their work as "highly commendable," he acknowledged the professionalism, efficiency, and dedication displayed by the firefighters during the operation.
Appreciation for Emergency Services
Tharoor said the incident highlighted the important role played by emergency response agencies in ensuring public safety.
He also expressed gratitude to everyone involved in the rescue operation.
Kerala Fire & Rescue Services
The Kerala Fire & Rescue Services is responsible for responding to emergencies across the state, including:
Fire incidents.
Rescue operations.
Disaster response.
Building and lift rescue emergencies.
Public safety assistance.
The department regularly conducts rescue missions involving elevators, road accidents, floods, and other emergencies.
Looking Ahead
The incident ended safely with Tharoor expressing appreciation for the swift action of the rescue personnel.
The episode has drawn attention to the preparedness and professionalism of Kerala's emergency response services.
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