Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand: A heart-pounding incident unfolded along the pedestrian path leading to the revered Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand when a man, in pursuit of the perfect selfie, tumbled into the Mandakini river in the Ramabada area. Fortunately, the quick response of courageous locals ensured his safe rescue, as depicted in a viral video of the harrowing incident.

This incident occurred on a Monday as the man sought to capture a selfie while positioned on a bridge spanning the river. Regrettably, he lost his balance and plunged into the river, which was surging with a formidable current.

A video lasting two minutes and nineteen seconds captured the tense moments, with the man desperately clutching a rock to prevent being swept away. In close proximity, a group of individuals valiantly fought against the powerful river current, forming a human chain in a bid to reach the imperiled man. His cries for assistance echoed in the air as he remained stranded in the middle of the river.

Approximately a minute into the video, one of the rescuers made a daring move by tossing a rope toward the struggling man. Following a strenuous struggle, the man managed to grasp the lifeline and was subsequently hauled to safety upon a rock amidst the rushing waters.

Remarkably, the man emerged from the ordeal without sustaining any significant injuries, much to the relief of all involved.

Kedarnath Pilgrim Slips Into River While Taking Selfie, Saved By Locals pic.twitter.com/btBPbdtO52

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