Bengaluru Police Execute Swift Rescue of Six from Malfunctioning Lift
In a late-night emergency, Bengaluru police successfully rescued six individuals—four women and two men—who were trapped inside a jammed lift at a residential complex in Banashankari. The incident occurred in Siddanna Layout, a four-floor building, around 11 PM on Sunday, when the lift suddenly crashed down to the ground floor and its doors became stuck, leaving the occupants stranded.
Panic Ensues as Lift Malfunctions During Descent
The trouble began when the occupants boarded the lift on the fourth floor, intending to travel down. According to one of the women trapped inside, the lift, which has a capacity for six people, abruptly halted approximately one foot above the ground level. "The lift suddenly came to a halt, stopping around a foot above the ground. To add to our woes, the doors got jammed," she recounted to TOI, describing the distressing situation that unfolded.
Police and Technicians Spring into Action
Upon receiving distress calls, the police immediately alerted staff from Hoysala 148. Assistant Sub-Inspector KH Gowda and Head Constable Manjunath rushed to the scene and used an iron rod to pry open the lift doors slightly, allowing for communication and initial assessment. They then summoned a technician to the location.
Within just 20 minutes, the lift was repaired, and all six occupants were safely evacuated without any injuries. ASI Gowda confirmed that everyone emerged unharmed from the ordeal, highlighting the efficiency of the rescue operation.
Key Details of the Rescue Operation
- Location: Siddanna Layout residential complex in Banashankari, Bengaluru.
- Time of Incident: Approximately 11 PM on Sunday night.
- Rescue Team: Police officers from Hoysala 148, including ASI KH Gowda and Head Constable Manjunath.
- Method: Used an iron rod to open doors, followed by technician intervention.
- Outcome: All occupants rescued safely within 20 minutes.
This incident underscores the importance of prompt emergency response and regular maintenance of lift systems in residential buildings to prevent such hazardous situations. Authorities have not yet commented on the cause of the malfunction, but the swift action by police ensured a positive resolution to what could have been a more serious emergency.
