Pakistani Man Loses Life While Rescuing Son Stranded in KP’s Shangla Chairlift – Startup Pakistan

A tragic incident occurred in the Bisham tehsil of Shangla, a remote area in northwestern Pakistan, when a father lost his life while trying to rescue his 13-year-old son. The boy had become stranded on a manually operated chairlift over the Indus River.

In a desperate bid to save his son, the father, identified as Aziz, used a rope to reach the chairlift. Unfortunately, the rope broke during the rescue attempt, causing Aziz to fall into the river. The strong currents of the Indus River swept him away, and he tragically lost his life in the process.

Despite this devastating loss, the community rallied together to save the boy. After significant effort and coordination, locals managed to safely rescue him from the chairlift. This tragic event highlights the risks faced by individuals in remote areas, where access to emergency response services is often limited.

The incident has brought attention to the urgent need for better safety measures and emergency response capabilities in such regions.

There is a call for improvements to infrastructure, including safer transportation methods across rivers and more effective emergency services. These measures are crucial to prevent similar tragedies in the future and to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in remote areas.

The community mourns the loss of a father who gave his life trying to protect his child, and they hope that steps will be taken to improve safety and emergency response in their area.