Brave Siblings Save Lives in Palghar with Quick Thinking

Smit Bhandare, 12, and his 9-year-old sister Sanskruti saved lives by alerting neighbors about a dangerous high-tension wire in Palghar, Maharashtra. Their quick thinking and knowledge of conductors from a science lesson helped prevent fatalities. They were honored by District Collector Govind Bodke and a senior police official.

Two young siblings in Palghar, Maharashtra, have become local heroes after their quick thinking saved lives. Smit Bhandare, 12, and his sister Sanskruti, 9, noticed a high-tension wire had snapped and fallen on a neighboring building's gate while it was raining heavily.

Smit, recalling a science lesson about conductors, realized the danger and immediately began shouting warnings from their balcony. Their quick actions prevented several people, including a 10-year-old neighbor and a delivery agent, from getting electrocuted.

The siblings' bravery was recognized by District Collector Govind Bodke and a senior police official at a special felicitation ceremony. Their story has inspired the local community and won them widespread praise.

(With inputs from agencies.)