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Viral Video: Doctor crosses gorge to reach flood victims in West Bengal

West Bengal Doctor’s Zipline Journey to Deliver Medical Aid Goes Viral
Nagrakata: A viral video showing a doctor dangling from a rope and slowly crossing a gorge to reach stranded flood victims in West Bengal has captured nationwide attention and has sparked an outpouring of admiration on social media.
In the video, Dr. Irfan Molla, Block Medical Officer of Health (BMOH) of Nagrakata, is seen using a zipline, supported by safety gear and rescue personnel, to reach Bamandanga—a remote village cut off by landslides and floods.
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All Heroes don’t wear capes…
— 𝐑𝐢𝐣𝐮 𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐚 (@DrRijuDutta_TMC) October 7, 2025
True Heroes are those that help people in the darkest of times. One such Hero was spotted swinging by a rope amidst the landslide affected North Bengal…
The incident took place in Nagrakata.
The person swinging by a rope over a gorge is 𝐃𝐫.… pic.twitter.com/SWLqgazHhO
Another widely spread caption stated that a doctor who risked his life by crossing dangerous terrain, hanging from a rope to reach and treat flood-affected people, truly deserved a salute. The act was regarded as a supreme example of humanity.
The dramatic scene unfolds amid a devastating humanitarian crisis in northern West Bengal, where heavy rainfall over the past week has triggered massive floods and landslides. At least 28 people have been confirmed dead in the region, with rescue efforts still ongoing.
The worst-hit areas include Darjeeling, Mirik, Sukhiapokhri, and Jorebunglow. Many remote villages have been cut off entirely due to collapsed roads and landslides. In neighbouring Nepal, the situation is even more grim, with over 50 reported deaths and extensive damage, especially in the Ilam district.
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Rescue operations are in full swing. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed in Alipurduar and other districts. Helicopters and earth-moving equipment are being used to reach remote regions and clear debris where people are feared to be trapped.
With a keen interest in storytelling and a dedication to uncovering facts, Rumela De Sarkar joined Medical Dialogues as a Correspondent in 2024. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of North Bengal. Rumela covers a wide range of healthcare topics, including medical news, policy updates, and developments related to doctors, hospitals, and medical education