It’s a bird, it’s a plane… no it’s a policeman!

City traffic cop risks life for a bird and sparks debate on Twitter about duty and safety

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: In a video shared by Kuldeep Kumar R Jain, Bengaluru's deputy commissioner of traffic police, a traffic policeman was seen cli mbi ng a hoarding in order to rescue a bird that was stuck there.

"The hidden and unexplored side of a policem an. Well done Mr. Suresh…" the caption read. This also was brought to the attention of Karnataka home minister Araga Jnanendra, who appreciated Suresh, writing, “Our mobile police are also involved in rescue work.

Mr. Suresh, Traffic Police of Rajajinagar, rescued the crow stuck in the tower with great care. Kudos to him for his punctuality and sense of duty.” The video which has garnered over 2.27 lakh views and 5,600 likes also brought to attention the safety of the cop and the need for a harness.

“Appreciate the action but not at the cost of safety. Like how you insist on helmets for all riders, safety should be a priority for the policeman as well. He too has a family back home,” said one of the commenters.

“Sir, without safety and precautions please don't encourage such actions. In the event of adverse consequences, I am pretty sure none will come in support for his family throughout his life,” another added.