Karnataka Ex-MLA Doctor Rescues Passenger Mid-Air; CM Praises
Karnataka Ex-MLA Doctor Rescues Passenger Mid-Air; CM Praises
Former Karnataka MLA and doctor Anjali Nimbalkar performed CPR mid-flight to save an American passenger, earning praise from the Chief Minister after landing in Delhi.
A GoA to Delhi flight turned tense when a passenger collapsed mid-air, but a quick-thinking medical professional stepped in to save the day. Anjali Nimbalkar, a former Karnataka MLA and doctor, immediately began CPR, reviving the American woman who had lost consciousness and pulse. Her swift action and medical expertise steadied the cabin as crew assisted and passengers watched the dramatic turn of events.
Nimbalkar remained at the passenger’s side throughout the journey, monitoring vital signs and guiding the crew on how best to support the patient until help could be reached on land. The atmosphere aboard the flight shifted from concern to cautious relief as the woman regained consciousness and stabilized under her care.
Upon landing in Delhi, the recovered passenger was swiftly moved to a hospital by ambulance. Ground medical staff reported improvements in her condition as she received further care. The incident drew praise from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who lauded Nimbalkar’s selfless act and called it a moment of pride for the state.
Her actions underscore the importance of medical training and readiness in emergencies, reminding travelers that skilled professionals can make life-saving differences even hundreds of miles above the ground.
