In a terrifying incident on Christmas Day, popular Marathi actor and Bigg Boss Marathi fame Pushkar Jog and his young daughter Felisha had a narrow escape after a major fire broke out in their Mumbai apartment building. The father-daughter duo was trapped inside their home as flames engulfed the structure, leading to a frantic rescue operation.
A Harrowing Ordeal on Christmas
The fire incident occurred on December 25 in Mumbai. Pushkar Jog found himself and his daughter Felisha stranded inside their apartment as the fire rapidly spread through the building. With exits blocked and smoke filling the space, the actor turned to social media to call for immediate help.
Taking to his Instagram account, Pushkar shared a series of urgent posts, including photos and videos, pleading for assistance. In a note posted on his Instagram Story, he revealed the dire situation, writing, "Fire in my building. I am stuck. Please help. I can't come out of my house with my daughter. It's fire everywhere." The posts quickly garnered attention and concern from his followers and friends in the entertainment industry.
Swift Rescue by Mumbai's Emergency Services
Fortunately, the Mumbai Fire Brigade and emergency services responded with remarkable speed. The teams reached the location in time and successfully executed a rescue operation, safely bringing Pushkar Jog and his daughter out of the burning apartment. No injuries were reported for either of them, a testament to the responders' efficiency.
Following their rescue, a grateful Pushkar Jog took to social media again, this time to express his profound thanks. He acknowledged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the fire fighters, and the Mumbai Police for their swift and life-saving response. In an emotional post, he wrote, "Rescued thank you real life heroes for fire fighters , BMC and Mumbai police ??? My house is gone ?."
Extensive Damage Captured in Viral Video
The actor also shared a shocking video that showcased the extensive damage caused to his home by the blaze. The clip revealed his entire apartment engulfed in flames, with the interior severely damaged by the fire. The visual evidence highlighted the severity of the incident and how close the pair came to tragedy.
The news of the fire and their subsequent safe rescue prompted an outpouring of relief and support from Pushkar Jog's colleagues and fans in the Marathi and Indian television industry. Many expressed their concern and sent prayers for the family's safety upon seeing his initial distress calls.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present danger of fire hazards in residential buildings and underscores the critical role played by the city's emergency response teams, who often work during holidays to ensure public safety.
