New Delhi: A video of a traffic constable, identified as G. Babji, running nearly two kilometres during peak commuting hours in Hyderabad to make way for an ambulance has been winning hearts on the internet.
The incident took place in the city’s Koti area Tuesday but the video went viral after Hyderabad Police shared it on its Twitter handle Wednesday evening.
Anil Kumar, Hyderabad additional commissioner of police (traffic), shared the video and said, “HTP (Hyderabad Traffic Police) officer Babji of Abids Traffic PS clearing the way for an ambulance. Well done. HTP in the service of citizens.”
HTP officer Babji of Abids Traffic PS clearing the way for ambulance..Well done..HTP in the service of citizens..??@HYDTP pic.twitter.com/vFynLl7VVK
— Anil Kumar IPS (@AddlCPTrHyd) November 4, 2020
Constable Babji was later rewarded by the Hyderabad Police for his efforts. “Sensitivity for the public is the soul of Hyderabad Police,” said Hyderabad Police Commissioner Anjani Kumar while rewarding Babji.
Sri Anjani Kumar IPS @CPHydCity #appreciated and #honored with a momento to Sri.G.Babji, Police Constable Officer of of Abids Traffic Police Station pic.twitter.com/cU8TyN8rgL
— హైదరాబాద్ సిటీ పోలీస్ Hyderabad City Police (@hydcitypolice) November 5, 2020
Social media netizens also showered praise on constable Babji for his efforts. While senior journalist Faye D’Souza called him a hero, she also pointed out a stark reality. “People who don’t give ambulances way on the road are the pits. The fact that we need a cop to do this at all is terrible.”
1. This cop is a hero
2. People who don't give ambulances way on the road are the pits. The fact that we need a cop to do this at all is terrible. https://t.co/ZHiBuKQuP0
— Faye DSouza (@fayedsouza) November 5, 2020
“What a hero! Traffic cop in Hyderabad runs for 2kms to make way for an ambulance amidst massive traffic jam. Immense respect for such folks selflessly helping the public,” said journalist Aditya Raj Kaul.
What a hero! Traffic cop in Hyderabad runs for 2kms to make way for an ambulance amidst massive traffic jam. Immense respect for such folks selflessly helping public! pic.twitter.com/XxYAXhzVQy
— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) November 5, 2020
There were similar reactions from other Twitter users.
SALUTE TO THE HERO WHO SAVED A LIFE
HYDERABAD: A video of a traffic constable running for almost 2 km to clear path for an ambulance has gone viral with netizens heaping praises#Hyderabad @TheJohnAbraham@rashmigautam27@SonuSood@thebetterindia@vijaysinghTOI @Actor_Vivek pic.twitter.com/EaXTMf7KQk
— Senthil kumar (@SENTHILSSK1982) November 5, 2020
A run for needy someone –
Hyderabad traffic Police constable G Babji ran for 2 kms to clear the way for an ambulance stuck in jam.
Salute his sincerity!#Traffic #Police pic.twitter.com/ehAezyj5v2
— RAHUL SRIVASTAV (@upcoprahul) November 5, 2020
Salute to the spirit of nationhood. We are safe thanks to traffic constable like G Babji from #Hyderabad Traffic Police @HYDTP https://t.co/nFHhklLu7d
— Shashank Angadi (@ShashankAngadi5) November 5, 2020
He Ran To Save Life…#Hyderabad city Police Constable Shri G.Babji ran for almost 2 KM to clear path for an ambulance. It's really a great & rare gesture. My Salute to him for his promptness & efficiency towards his duty.#HumanityFirst pic.twitter.com/iZUKZHn33A
— Dayanand Kamble (@dayakamPR) November 5, 2020
G Babji, a traffic constable ran for 2 kms from Mozamzahi market to Kothi in #Hyderabad to clear the way for an #ambulance to pass. Kudos to the real-life hero for keeping humanity alive.pic.twitter.com/Qg7GP4xpPb
— P C Mohan (@PCMohanMP) November 5, 2020
This is G. Babji, a traffic constable from Hyderabad. He ran for two kilometres during peak traffic hours clearing the road for an ambulance. Our chaotic lives don't crumble to pieces just because of heroes like him. pic.twitter.com/9ghl4ZvjOM
— Vibhinna Ideas (@Vibhinnaideas) November 5, 2020
A video of a traffic constable in Hyderabad running for almost 2 km to clear path for an #Ambulance ♥️?#HumanityFirst#ThursdayThoughts pic.twitter.com/LRnnfGiyD2
— मुकुल यदुवंशी ?? (@Yadavji_) November 5, 2020
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