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Lifeguard Saves 7-Year-Old Girl From Drowning At Daman Beach

A 7-year-old girl swept away by strong waves, lifeguard jumps in to rescue her.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 30 August 2026 at 01:55 pm
Lifeguard Saves 7-Year-Old Girl From Drowning At Daman Beach

A dramatic rescue took place at Nani Daman beach on Saturday evening when a 7-year-old girl was swept into deeper waters by strong waves. The girl, who had arrived with her family from Vapi, was playing and bathing in the sea when the incident occurred.

Lifeguard Sujal Mangela, who was on duty at the beach, quickly noticed the girl struggling in the water and sprang into action. He braved the strong waves and jumped into the sea to reach the child. Within around two minutes, Mangela managed to bring the girl safely back to the shore.

The incident has been caught on video, which shows the lifeguard's swift response. Mangela has been widely praised for his alertness and bravery, with many hailing him as a hero for saving the young girl's life.

The girl's family had arrived at the beach for a day out, and the incident occurred when she was caught off guard by a powerful wave. The strong waves at the beach made it difficult for the child to regain her balance, and she began drowning.

Mangela's quick thinking and actions saved the girl's life, and he has been credited with preventing a tragedy. The incident comes days after a drowning tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district, where two teenagers died while attempting to rescue their friends who were drowning in a check dam.

The rescue at Nani Daman beach highlights the importance of having trained lifeguards on duty at beaches. Mangela's bravery and alertness have been praised by many, and he is being hailed as a hero for his actions.

The incident also serves as a reminder of the dangers of swimming in strong waves and the importance of being aware of one's surroundings while bathing in the sea. The girl's family has been left shaken by the incident, but they are grateful for the lifeguard's quick actions.

The rescue has been widely reported, and the video of the incident has surfaced on social media. The incident has sparked a discussion about beach safety and the importance of having trained lifeguards on duty.

In conclusion, the rescue of the 7-year-old girl at Nani Daman beach is a testament to the bravery and alertness of lifeguard Sujal Mangela. His actions saved the girl's life, and he has been credited with preventing a tragedy. The incident highlights the importance of beach safety and the need for trained lifeguards to be on duty at beaches.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the 7-year-old girl at Nani Daman beach?

The girl was swept into deeper waters by strong waves and was rescued by lifeguard Sujal Mangela.

Who rescued the girl from drowning?

Lifeguard Sujal Mangela rescued the girl from drowning.

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