Salary of Rs 10,000 per month…work for full 30 days, food, accommodation also your own…if you look at it, this is a kind of exploitation.
Dinesh Kumar, Amritsar, Chandigarh.
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Exhibiting bravery, courage, and fearlessness, Amandeep Singh and Kuldeep Singh (attendants) played a crucial role in saving the lives of two innocent children aboard train number 12204 when coach number G20 caught fire while passing through Sirhind railway station. Surprisingly, the railway department has yet to even commend their bravery. From the affected passengers to all sections of society, everyone has hailed the bravery of both train attendants. Their bravery has become well-known on social media, both nationally and internationally. Everyone is citing their bravery. They had in mind that they too had small children at home, so they saved them without caring for their lives, keeping their memories in mind. The 30-minute rescue effort faced many difficult challenges, but their courage enabled them to overcome each one.
Exactly six years ago, Amandeep Singh and Kuldeep Singh, residents of Amritsar, were recruited as attendants in a private company for the railway department. According to them, they took a test before joining, which they passed. They then underwent 15 days of training. Due to their knack for learning, they learned everything in just two days. Then they set to work. According to them, joining the railway department had been a childhood dream. The salary isn’t great. They only earn 10,000 rupees per month. Household expenses are barely met. They have to survive by tying the knot. Furthermore, they have no holidays. They have to work on trains for thirty days straight. They don’t get any food or drink. They bring food from home in tiffins. When they feel hungry, they heat it up and eat.
…Learn how the accident happened…and how it was prevented.
A week ago, train number 12204 departs from Amritsar railway station at 4 am. Around 7:45 pm, attendants Kuldeep Singh and Amandeep Singh heard loud cries of people from G-20. They were completely perplexed as to what had happened on the train. Passengers repeatedly reported a fire. The two brave attendants took charge of the situation. It is reported that hundreds of elderly people, children, and men and women were inside the compartment. The men and women were evacuated first, followed by the children and elderly, numbering around 50. The fire was reportedly so fierce that its flames were visible far and wide. This was a very dangerous time for the attendants. They saved everyone’s lives by wrapping a blanket around their mouths. One woman was caught in the fire, her forehead and arms on fire.
…Learn about the damage to the train
A large portion of the G-20 coach of the train was reduced to ashes that day. Furthermore, the toilet in G-19 was also reduced to ashes. The Railway Department formed an investigation committee to investigate the fire. Its report is currently pending. It is reported that senior Railway officials and a team arrived at the station that day. They took statements from the attendant and some passengers regarding the fire. At present, the cause of the fire remains unclear.
…Salute to the spirit of the two attendants…?
The spirit and courage displayed by attendants Amandeep Singh and Kuldeep Singh on the day of the fire is something hardly anyone else could have demonstrated. However, those who, despite their shrouds and their passion for work, overcome even the most difficult challenges and accomplish even the most demanding tasks with ease. Kuldeep and Amandeep are among them. SNE News heartily salutes these two bravehearts. We also want to appeal to the general public that if you ever face such a challenge, don’t panic; instead, face it bravely.
Public Appeal…Government and Department Should Honor
Following this incident, a new trend has started on social media. People are appealing to the government and the railway department to honor these two brave attendants. In their view, they are both true heroes of the country. The viral video is being shared by a large number of people on social media, and it is also receiving numerous likes.
Duty No Less Than a Soldier
The duty of an attendant posted in the railway department is no less than that of a soldier. They have to take care of passengers in every way. From providing blankets to saving lives, they have to perform duties ranging from providing food to saving lives. However, when it comes to salary, it is so meager that it probably wouldn’t even be enough to sustain a single person for a month. The salary has been set at 10,000 per month. Sources reveal that the real profits are being made by the railway companies or contractors. Duty is mandatory for the entire month, with no rest in between. If you take time off, the money is deducted from your salary.
…These brave men’s experiences during the incident
Sir, I too have two small children. During the fire, I saw a glimpse of my own children in the two innocent children. What happened next was that I first wrapped a pillowcase around their mouths, but the smoke and flames were so intense that even that blanket was completely blown away. Then, when I strained my brain, I saw a blanket. By covering their mouths with the blanket, I pulled the two innocent children out of the jaws of death, one by one. There were 10-15 elderly people nearby who were unable to walk at all; they were also pulled out one by one. This rescue operation, which lasted for half an hour, made them realize the difficult times of life.