Helpline Emergency Rescue Foundation

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Helpline Emergency Rescue Foundation

Providing timely disaster relief, supporting emergency response, and building resilient communities for a safer and more prepared future

Established on 1st January 2011, we are a non-profit organization committed to serving the communities of Belgaum (Karnataka) and Sangli (Maharashtra) during times of crisis. Specializing in disaster management, we provide immediate assistance in natural calamities, accidents, and other emergencies. With a focus on saving lives and offering critical support, we empower local communities through timely response and relief efforts. Our team of dedicated volunteers is always ready to act swiftly, ensuring the safety and well-being of those affected. We believe in fostering resilience by training communities to respond to emergencies. Together, we work towards building a safer, more prepared future for all.

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Rescue Operation

On 04/10/24, around 10 AM, citizens in Kelakar Bag, Belagavi, discovered a body floating in a state of decay in a well. Upon receiving the information, personnel from Khadebazar Police Station arrived at the location and called the fire brigade. However, retrieving the body proved difficult due to its position, buried 20 feet deep in the narrow well. The Khadebazar Police team then called the HERF Rescue team for assistance. Team leader Basavaraj Hiremath, along with Padmaprasad Huli, social worker Avadhoot Tudekar, Saurabh Sawant, Corporator Shankar Patil, fire brigade personnel, and local citizens worked together to recover the body in just one hour. Despite the well’s size and the challenging conditions, Basavaraj Hiremath courageously went down into the well to secure and remove the body. Corporator Shankar Patil also played a vital role in supporting the team throughout the operation.

04 Oct, 2024

Rescue Operation in Alatga Village

In a successful rescue operation in Alatga Village, the HERF rescue team recovered the body of a child who was washed away in a recent incident. The team reached the site at 7 AM and patiently awaited permission from the district administration to begin the operation, which was granted at 11 AM. In just one hour, the HERF team successfully located and recovered the child’s body. The villagers expressed their heartfelt thanks to the team for their dedication and quick response during this challenging operation.

Recognition Award for HERF Team

On 3rd August 2024, the HERF team received a distress call about a boy washed away in the Markandeya River. The team swiftly reached the site early in the morning and, after just 1 hour of search, recovered the body. In recognition of their selfless efforts, the district administration awarded the team with a letter of appreciation. The credit for this successful rescue goes to the entire team, whose dedication and bravery in the face of danger are commendable. The team works tirelessly, regardless of time, always prioritizing the safety and well-being of others. I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to the entire team for their unwavering commitment to humanity.

Operation Led by Raju Takkekar

HERF Rescue team member Raju Takkekar arrived at the site around 7 AM today and discovered the body in the water. Raju Takkekar, along with volunteer Rajguru Shinde, entered the water and successfully retrieved the body under the guidance of HERF Rescue team head, Basavaraj Hiremath. Officers and staff from Chandgarh Police Station, including Amol Patil, Anil Sarambale, and Sandeep Dhanukte, conducted the panchnama at the scene of the incident.

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