As Manipur continues to face heavy rains and flooding, a short video from the state has offered a brief moment of hope. In the middle of the crisis, a man was seen risking his life to rescue a dog caught in a strong current– a quiet, brave act that quickly went viral on social media.
The video, widely shared over the weekend, shows him swimming through dangerous floodwaters to reach the struggling animal. His quiet and selfless act has touched many hearts, offering a moment of humanity amid the ongoing flood crisis in the region.
A swift and selfless response
The incident happened in one of the flood-affected areas of Manipur, where continuous heavy rain has caused water levels to rise dangerously. In the video, the dog is seen struggling to stay afloat in the fast-moving water. Without a second thought, the man jumps in, fights the strong current, and gently lifts the scared dog in his arms before heading back to safety.
Watch the viral video here:
People nearby can be heard cheering as he comes out of the water with the dog– both shaken, but safe.
Social media calls him a “man with a golden heart”
The act was quickly shared online, with users praising the man’s courage and humanity. One X user who posted the video wrote, “Humanity exists. Brave souls exist. Thanks to all the people involved in saving the life of the dog.”
Another comment simply said, “Best friend indeed,” referring to the close relationship many feel with animals. Others urged the local administration to identify the man and honour him for his bravery.
Devastation across Northeast, Manipur among worst-hit
The rescue happened at a time when large parts of Manipur are submerged due to ongoing floods. As reported by Hindustan Times, officials say more than 3,800 people have been affected, and over 880 homes damaged in just the last two days.
Neighbouring states like Mizoram, Assam, Tripura, and Arunachal Pradesh are also facing similar conditions. As per the report, across the Northeast, at least 19 people have lost their lives, and over 12,000 have been displaced as flash floods and landslides continue to cause widespread damage.
IMD warns of more rain ahead
With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing red alerts for several northeastern states, authorities are working round the clock to shift people to safer areas. Relief work is being scaled up, but in many places, landslides and waterlogging are making road access difficult.
The video, widely shared over the weekend, shows him swimming through dangerous floodwaters to reach the struggling animal. His quiet and selfless act has touched many hearts, offering a moment of humanity amid the ongoing flood crisis in the region.
A swift and selfless response
The incident happened in one of the flood-affected areas of Manipur, where continuous heavy rain has caused water levels to rise dangerously. In the video, the dog is seen struggling to stay afloat in the fast-moving water. Without a second thought, the man jumps in, fights the strong current, and gently lifts the scared dog in his arms before heading back to safety.
Watch the viral video here:
#Flood in #Manipur
— Diana// ꯗꯤꯑꯅꯥ (@diana_warep) June 1, 2025
In a heart wrenching moment,
A MEITEI MAN risks his life to save a DOG drowning in the stream in MANIPUR.
Humanity exists. Brave soul exists.
Thanks to all the persons involved in saving the life of the DOG 🐕 @RajBhavManipur @NBirenSingh@Top_Disaster… pic.twitter.com/bmdEIWctn4
People nearby can be heard cheering as he comes out of the water with the dog– both shaken, but safe.
Social media calls him a “man with a golden heart”
The act was quickly shared online, with users praising the man’s courage and humanity. One X user who posted the video wrote, “Humanity exists. Brave souls exist. Thanks to all the people involved in saving the life of the dog.”
Another comment simply said, “Best friend indeed,” referring to the close relationship many feel with animals. Others urged the local administration to identify the man and honour him for his bravery.
Devastation across Northeast, Manipur among worst-hit
The rescue happened at a time when large parts of Manipur are submerged due to ongoing floods. As reported by Hindustan Times, officials say more than 3,800 people have been affected, and over 880 homes damaged in just the last two days.
Neighbouring states like Mizoram, Assam, Tripura, and Arunachal Pradesh are also facing similar conditions. As per the report, across the Northeast, at least 19 people have lost their lives, and over 12,000 have been displaced as flash floods and landslides continue to cause widespread damage.
IMD warns of more rain ahead
With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing red alerts for several northeastern states, authorities are working round the clock to shift people to safer areas. Relief work is being scaled up, but in many places, landslides and waterlogging are making road access difficult.
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