100s of peoples are rescued on 4th day today by fishermen in Pandanadu, Chenganoor where military could not reach. Big salute these unsung heroes!
Shashi Tharoor Praises Kerala Fishermen for Their Bravery and the Internet Agrees
18/August/2018
Source: https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/shashi-tharoor-praises-kerala-fishermen-for-their-bravery-and-the-i
As we praise the army men for their ever-inspiring bravery during the rescue operations in Kerala, it is necessary to acknowlege the fishermen community of the state and their selfless acts of valour.
The torrential rains have brought with them the worst natural calamity in a 100 years to Kerala. The floods and landslides have claimed 324 lives and thousands are still stranded in flood-affected areas. While it is important to praise the efforts of the army men and the navy personnel who have been tirelessly helping with the rescue operations, it is equally important to give the Kerala fishermen their due credit too -- and hey, even Shashi Tharoor agrees.
Earlier on Saturday, Tharoor tweeted about giving the selfless fishermen their due recognition as they "don't have much food or money but are saving the lives of others by coming to the rescue in their own boats."A plausible reason for these courageous fishermen coming forward to help in large numbers can also be attributed to the navy boats falling short in the relief operation -- making fishermen from several districts travel to flood-hit areas in their boats.
Twitter, of course, agreed with Tharoor and thanked him for highlighting the fishermen community's efforts in the rescue operations.
We too salute the valiant fishermen and the people of Kerala for their undying spirit in this time of great calamity.
Earlier on Saturday, Tharoor tweeted about giving the selfless fishermen their due recognition as they "don't have much food or money but are saving the lives of others by coming to the rescue in their own boats."A plausible reason for these courageous fishermen coming forward to help in large numbers can also be attributed to the navy boats falling short in the relief operation -- making fishermen from several districts travel to flood-hit areas in their boats.
Twitter, of course, agreed with Tharoor and thanked him for highlighting the fishermen community's efforts in the rescue operations.
Joseph C V@joseph_vengal
Maya Viswanadhan@MayaViswanadhanThe best thing is that, people have forgotten their religion, caste, political party, gender, financial status etc. They are united to support each other, to survive, to rescue, to live. And yes, special appreciation for fishermen, army, police, all the humans#supportkerala.
PRAMO KUMAR@pramodtvSir,. The fishermen are the real hearos
Reuben Abraham@nebuer42Absolutely true, @ShashiTharoor. It's quite amazing to see how much fishermen have tried to help.
Shashi Tharoor?@ShashiTharoorAs we rightly praise the great rescue efforts of our uniformed personnel, let's also salute the selfless courage of fishermen who themselves don't have much food or money but are saving the lives of others by coming to the rescue in their own boats. Unsung heroes! #KeralaFloods
Ajai@ajai_csThe hundreds of sea going fishermen who came in with their boats for rescue ops, have turned out to be the real saviours.
Allen Pais@allenbondThe indomitable spirit of the fishermen deserves admiration.
Jim C@jimcherianApparently majority rescue efforts so far by boat in Chengannur area have been done by the fishermen folk from across the Kerala coast, including from Trivandrum (many of them are thankful survivors from recent Okhi) who came on fishing boats. They too deserve our thanks+salute!
We too salute the valiant fishermen and the people of Kerala for their undying spirit in this time of great calamity.
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