A video of a man dangling from a crane in Punjab has gone viral, capturing widespread attention for his daring rescue of a bird trapped in wires. The clip is being widely shared online, with many praising
the man for his selfless act.
However, News18 could not independently verify the exact date or location of the incident.
Punjab Man Hanging From Crane To Save Bird
In the video, a man is seen hanging precariously from a crane near a lamppost as a small bird struggles, tangled in overhead wires. Despite the danger, he carefully works to rescue the frantic bird. Using a sharp object, he cuts the wire, freeing the bird before being pulled back to safety.
The video was shared on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption, “Heartwarming viral video: Brave man dangles from a moving crane to free a tiny bird trapped in overhead wires. Pure compassion in action!”
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📍 Punjab | Heartwarming viral video: Brave man dangles from a moving crane to free a tiny bird trapped in overhead wires. Pure compassion in action!
pic.twitter.com/hVgUURtaLv— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) January 6, 2026
Internet Reacts With Praise And Respect
As the video circulated widely, it drew strong emotional reactions from users who praised the man for prioritising a life other than his own.
One user commented, “Not all the heroes wear cap. Salute him.”
Another said, “It was indeed an act of compassion.”
“This kind man should be given a raise for putting humanity over his own interests,” someone else remarked.
“This is truly heartwarming! A brave man risking his life for a helpless little bird shows the best side of humanity. Huge respect!” a person expressed.
“This is what makes humans better than angels: the choice to show compassion and kindness. It’s not about blaming others,” a viewer wrote.
Another comment read, “He should be given bravery award. I have not seen such a lovely scene of a man trying to save a bird, sacrificing his life !!”
Other reactions include: “Compassionate hero,” “Crane operator and this guy earned our respect” and “Kindness at its finest.”
Similar Act Of Compassion During Manipur Floods
A similar act of compassion had surfaced last year during the floods in Manipur when a man put his own life at risk to save a dog from drowning in a fast-moving stream. A video of the rescue was widely shared online, and it drew widespread praise from social media users, many of whom applauded his selflessness and courage in the middle of a natural disaster.
