How an ex-IAF man built a helipad to save lives

August 30, 2018 11:49

Basil George led an amazing rescue mission making it possible for a helicopter to land and rescue people in the Kerala floods.

In an admirable community effort, he and his team swam through strong currents, broken walls and floating snakes to help friends and strangers.

Rediff.com's Archana Masih on how a single man inspired a community on a most difficult day. Read the inspiring story here.

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