Delhi Police officials and a video circulating online report that SI Anil Sharma intervenes to save a man attempting suicide on the Mahipalpur flyover in New Delhi. Multiple outlets describe the incident as unfolding as the officer approaches the man and speaks to him to calm him down. The video footage shows the officer repeatedly trying to dissuade the man, offering him water and using conversation to keep him engaged. The reports also say Sharma distracts the man at one point by giving him his mobile phone, while continuing to talk with him until it is safe to act. After waiting for an appropriate moment, the officer reportedly grabs the man and pulls him away from the edge of the flyover. Delhi Police publicly shares the video and identifies the officer as SI Anil Sharma, describing his actions as demonstrating patience, courage, and presence of mind. The incident is widely shared on social media, with coverage focused on the officer’s quick response and the role of verbal counselling and physical intervention in preventing the attempt.
Delhi Police SI Anil Sharma rescues man from attempted suicide on Mahipalpur flyover
Delhi Police officials and a video circulating online report that SI Anil Sharma intervenes to save a man attempting suicide on the Mahipalpur flyover in New Delhi. Multiple outlets describe the incid...
- A video circulating online shows Delhi Police SI Anil Sharma intervening during a suicide attempt on the Mahipalpur flyover.
- The officer is shown speaking to the man to calm him down and repeatedly trying to dissuade him.
- Reports say Sharma offers the man water and distracts him by giving him a mobile phone.
- Delhi Police identifies the officer as SI Anil Sharma and posts the video on its official channels.
- After waiting for a safe opportunity, the officer pulls the man away from the flyover.
Delhi Police SI Anil Sharma saved a man from suicide on the Mahipalpur flyover with calm words and quick action.
2 months agoNew Delhi: A video from Delhi is going viral on social media. In the video, a man is allegedly seen attempting suicide while a policeman attempts to save him.Policeman seen interveningIn the video, the policeman is heard telling the young man, "I am a Brahmin man, trust me." He offers the young man water and repeatedly tries to dissuade him from taking such a step. The video is being widely shared on social media.Delhi Police praises officerDelhi Police has also issued an official statement on the incident, posting the video and hailing the officer. The policeman in the video has been identified as SI Anil Sharma."In a display of wisdom, patience, and courage, Delhi Police SI Anil Sharma saved the life of a young man attempting suicide on the Mahipalpur flyover," Delhi Police wrote in the caption of the video.सूझबूझ, धैर्य और साहस का परिचय देते हुए दिल्ली पुलिस के SI अनिल शर्मा ने महिपालपुर फ्लाईओवर पर आत्महत्या का प्रयास कर रहे एक युवक की जान बचाई।मौके पर पहुंचकर SI अनिल शर्मा ने युवक को बातचीत के जरिए शांत किया, उसे पानी पिलाया और अपना मोबाइल देकर उसका ध्यान भटकाया। उचित अवसर… pic.twitter.com/Jm8c6bc7AZ— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) June 16, 2026 Officer's swift interventionUpon reaching the scene, Sharma calmed the young man through conversation, gave him water to drink, and distracted him by handing over his mobile phone to speak on a call.Husband Booked For Abetting Wife's Suicide, FIR Registered Month After Death In DharWaiting for the right moment, he promptly grabbed the young man securely and pulled him away from the flyover.If you or anyone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help here: | Mental Health Helplines
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