A Pune woman's life was saved in Bhukum, thanks to her helmet — this image highlights the importance of protective gear | puneripages.in
By Prashant for PuneriPages.in
For 300 gut-wrenching feet, a Pune woman was dragged by a speeding tempo after being hit from behind on the Bhukum road. The accident could have been fatal. But what turned a tragedy into a miracle was not luck or divine intervention—it was her helmet.
That helmet, now cracked and dented, did what it was designed to do: save a life.
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“I Was Conscious The Whole Time, But I Couldn’t Move”
The woman, a resident of Bhukum and a regular two-wheeler rider, had just left for work. A tempo struck her scooter from behind and dragged her along the asphalt for nearly the length of a football field. Her body bore the brunt of the friction—but her head remained protected.
Later, while speaking with authorities, she recalled, “I could feel every inch of the road against me, but my head was safe. If I wasn’t wearing a helmet, I wouldn’t be here today.” Her statement wasn’t dramatized—it was backed by every doctor who saw her afterward.
The Real Hero: The Helmet
Her family has kept the helmet. Not as a keepsake, but as a reminder. Deep scratches. A broken chin guard. But intact enough to absorb a life-threatening impact. A trauma surgeon from a nearby hospital noted, “She had abrasions and bruises, but no cranial trauma. That’s rare in such a case. The helmet truly saved her.”
Pune Police’s Take: “Most Riders Still Ignore Helmets”
An official from Pune Traffic Police added, “We see this all the time. People survive the worst crashes when they wear proper, ISI-certified helmets. But unfortunately, many still skip them for short rides or out of overconfidence.”
They reiterated that the tempo driver was arrested for rash and negligent driving. But the larger issue lies in how little attention people pay to helmet safety until it’s too late.
Your Life-Saving Helmet Checklist
If you’re a two-wheeler rider, this story should stay with you. Here’s how to make sure your helmet isn’t just a formality:
✅ Check for the ISI Mark: Always buy certified helmets. Local knock-offs might look good, but they won’t protect you.
✅ Fit Matters: Your helmet should sit snugly. If it moves around, it’s not doing its job.
✅ Buckle Up: An unstrapped helmet is just a hat. Always fasten it securely.
✅ One Impact Only: Even if your helmet looks fine after a crash, its integrity is likely compromised. Replace it.
✅ Visor Clarity & Ventilation: Make sure you can see clearly and breathe comfortably.
This Isn’t Just News—It’s a Wake-Up Call
Accidents happen. Sometimes, even when you’re doing everything right. But what you can control is how prepared you are. Helmets aren’t just for avoiding fines. They are life-saving devices.
So the next time you hop on your scooter for a quick trip to the kirana store or your daily commute, ask yourself: “Is my helmet on properly?”
It might be the difference between returning home or becoming another tragic statistic.
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