Unyielding Faith and an Unexpected Ordeal During the Shravani Mela; 80-Year-Old Elderly Woman Kanwaria Injured After Being Hit by Motorcycle, Life Saved Due to Promptness of Dial 112
Bhagalpur/Sultanganj, Office Correspondent: During the world-famous holy Shravani Mela, while an overwhelming tide of unwavering faith and devotion from Shiva devotees arriving from every corner of the country is on full display, occasional acts of negligence and untoward incidents turn into major trials for pilgrims. An 80-year-old elderly woman kanwaria, who had set out on the arduous pilgrimage to Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar after drawing holy water from the sacred Uttarvahini Ganga coast in Sultanganj, fell victim to a road accident. While traveling, a speeding, out-of-control motorcycle struck her forcefully, leaving her critically injured. In this fragile and harrowing moment of crisis, the Dial 112 police team once again stepped forward like guardian angels, immediately rushing her to a local hospital and securing her life.
Sequence of Events: The Accident Along the Path of Devotion
According to reports received, amid the sacred atmosphere of Sawan echoing with thunderous chants of 'Bam Bam Bhole', this sudden accident in the Sultanganj region triggered brief chaos and panic:
Proceeding Forward After Drawing Ganga Water: This heart-wrenching incident occurred when this 80-year-old elderly woman, brushing aside her advanced age and physical frailty, set out on the long foot journey to Deoghar with her kanwar after drawing holy water from the Sultanganj Ganga ghat, driven purely by her profound reverence and faith in Lord Shiva.
Struck by a Reckless Motorcycle: While passing near the kanwaria pathway or the main road, a speeding and reckless motorcycle slammed into the elderly woman. The impact was so severe that she lost her footing, collapsed onto the asphalt, and sustained serious injuries.
Condition of the Elderly Woman and Panic at the Scene
Following this accident, fellow kanwarias and passersby present at the scene were left stunned:
The Elderly Woman Writhing in Agony: Due to her advanced age, physical resilience is naturally lower, and because of this violent collision, the elderly woman was left writhing in agony by the roadside. She sustained severe injuries to her legs and other parts of her body, nearly losing consciousness from the intense pain.
Crowd of Passersby and Hesitation: A massive crowd gathered at the scene following the accident. In such scenarios, people often hesitate to step forward out of fear of getting entangled in legal complications, but fortunately, a Dial 112 patrolling team of the Bihar Police happened to be passing by at that very moment.
Dial 112 Team Emerges as Guardian Angels: Swift Action Grants a New Lease on Life
Amidst this cloud of crisis, the personnel on the Dial 112 vehicle demonstrated exemplary responsibility:
Taking Charge Without Wasting a Moment: As soon as the police personnel stationed in the Dial 112 vehicle spotted the injured elderly woman and the gathering crowd, they immediately halted their vehicle. Comprehending the gravity of the situation, the police officers rushed to the elderly woman's side without wasting a single second.
Personally Lifting and Placing Her in the Vehicle: Demonstrating human empathy, the police officers carefully lifted the injured woman and placed her gently inside their official Dial 112 vehicle. Prioritizing her condition over procedural formalities, they headed straight for the hospital.
Successful Treatment at the Community Health Center
Operating their sirens, the Dial 112 personnel rushed the elderly kanwaria to the Community Health Center (CHC) in Sultanganj in the shortest possible time:
Emergency Treatment at the Hospital: Doctors and medical staff stationed in the hospital's emergency ward acted promptly and immediately initiated treatment for the elderly woman. Her wounds were dressed, and X-rays along with other examinations were conducted to assess the extent of internal injuries.
Doctors' Assessment: Physicians noted that because she was brought to the hospital in a timely manner, the elderly woman's condition is now out of danger. Had there been even a slight further delay in reaching the hospital, her condition could have deteriorated significantly due to extreme pain and her advanced age. Doctors openly praised the quick thinking and humane action of the Dial 112 team.
Such unwavering devotion and dedication toward Lord Bholenath at the age of 80 is deeply emotional for anyone to witness. Although she sustained injuries from being struck by a motorcycle, the promptness of Dial 112 and timely medical intervention proved how administrative alertness can save a life. This incident serves both as a cautionary reminder to vehicle drivers to maintain control on the roads and as a unique testament to the sensitivity of the police department.
