Off-Duty Firefighter’s Heroic Rescue: Saves 4-Year-Old Girl from Falling Off 3rd Floor in Pune!
Pune News, July 08, 2025: In a heart-stopping incident in Pune’s Khopde Nagar, Katraj, an off-duty firefighter sprang into action to rescue a 4-year-old girl who was moments away from falling from the third floor of her apartment. Yogesh Chavan, a brave firefighter from the PMC Pune Fire Brigade, risked his own safety to save the child, proving that heroes don’t always wear uniforms.
A Race Against Time
The incident occurred around 9:05 AM in Gujrewadi, Khopde Nagar, when Chavan—who was on his weekly off—heard panicked shouts of “Ladki gir rahi hai!” (The girl is falling!). He rushed to his balcony and saw the little girl dangling precariously from a third-floor window, about 100 feet away. Without wasting a second, Chavan, still in his vest and towel, sprinted towards the building.
Upon reaching, he found the apartment locked from the outside, with the child alone inside. Fortunately, the girl’s mother arrived just then, returning after dropping off another child at school. Chavan quickly explained the situation, took the keys, and unlocked the door. He then rushed to the bedroom, unlatched the window, and pulled the terrified girl to safety.
A Firefighter’s Instincts Save the Day
Chavan, who serves as a Tandel (leading firefighter) at the PMC Kothrud Fire Station, credited his quick thinking and firefighting training for the successful rescue. “There was no time to think—just act. If I had hesitated even for a few seconds, the outcome could have been tragic,” he said.
What makes this act even more commendable is that Chavan was off-duty, enjoying a relaxed morning at home after his bath when the emergency unfolded. His presence of mind and bravery turned a potential tragedy into a miraculous rescue.
Watch video of the heroic rescue here:
🔥 OFF-DUTY HERO! 🔥#Pune firefighter Yogesh Chavan saved a 4-year-old girl from falling off a 3rd-floor balcony—while on his day off! 🦸♂️👧 His quick thinking & bravery averted a tragedy.
— PuneNow (@itspunenow) July 8, 2025
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💬 "No time to think—just act!" – Chavan
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Community Hails the Hero
The incident has drawn widespread praise from locals and authorities alike, highlighting the importance of vigilance and swift action in emergencies. Pune’s fire department has also commended Chavan for his selfless act, reinforcing the critical role firefighters play beyond their official duties.
