Hyderabad: Hyderabad policeman Shravan Kumar was awarded the Jeevan Raksha Padak in recognition of his bravery and life-saving efforts during two major fire accidents in the city.
He displayed remarkable courage during fire emergencies at Panjagutta Circle on February 12, 2022, and Nagarjuna Circle on December 22, 2023. Despite the danger, he risked his own life to rescue eight people trapped in the fires.
In one of the rescue operations, Shravan Kumar saved a differently-abled young man who was trapped inside a burning building.
His courage and commitment also brought recognition to the Police Department.
For his heroic service and contribution to society, Shravan Kumar received the Jeevan Raksha Padak from Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on the occasion of Telangana State Formation Day at Parade Grounds.
