A Doctor's Swift Action Saves Life Amidst Maratha Protest in Mumbai

Mumbai's Azad Maidan, a historic crucible for public discourse and protest, witnessed a gripping real-life drama unfold on Monday, transcending the usual fervor of the Maratha quota agitation. Amidst the thousands gathered to demand reservation, a 55-year-old protester, Subhash Laxman Jadhav, suddenly collapsed, gripped by a severe heart attack.

What could have been a tragic loss was miraculously averted by the immediate and heroic intervention of a cardiologist who happened to be among the demonstrators.

The incident sent a ripple of panic through the assembly. As Jadhav fell, his life hanging by a thread, fate had placed an unlikely savior just moments away.

Dr. Sameer H. K. Pargaonkar, a distinguished cardiologist, was also at the protest, standing in solidarity with the Maratha community. Without a second's hesitation, Dr. Pargaonkar sprang into action, demonstrating the true spirit of his Hippocratic oath.

Responding to the urgent cries for help, Dr.

Pargaonkar immediately began administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), a critical life-saving procedure. The tense moments were further eased by the swift response of the local police, who, upon realizing the gravity of the situation, quickly brought an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to the spot.

This vital medical device was crucial in delivering an electric shock to restart Jadhav’s heart.

With precise and coordinated effort, Dr. Pargaonkar utilized the AED and continued his life-saving efforts, also administering necessary medication. The crowd watched with bated breath as the medical professional battled against time.

Miraculously, his relentless efforts paid off: Subhash Jadhav’s heartbeat was successfully revived.

Once stable enough for transport, Jadhav was swiftly rushed to the nearby St. George's Hospital for advanced medical care. Reports from the hospital later confirmed that his condition was stable and he was out of immediate danger, a testament to the cardiologist's rapid response and the availability of crucial medical equipment.

This incident serves as a powerful reminder of the unexpected heroes who emerge in moments of crisis and the critical importance of immediate medical aid, even amidst large public gatherings.