Video: 9 people trapped in lift at Karnataka mall, hour-long rescue operation follows
Nine people were rescued after a lift malfunctioned at a mall in Karnataka on Sunday night. The hour-long operation has renewed focus on lift maintenance and emergency readiness in crowded commercial spaces.
A tense rescue operation unfolded in Karnataka’s Shivamogga after nine people were trapped inside a malfunctioning lift at the Vishal Mart building, forcing emergency personnel to launch an hour-long effort to bring them out safely.
The incident took place around 8.30 pm on Sunday, when the lift suddenly stopped due to a technical fault while travelling down from the second floor, leaving all nine occupants stranded inside.
Panic spread after the lift doors failed to open despite repeated attempts by mall staff to fix the issue. With no immediate way out, one of the people trapped inside eventually contacted the 112 emergency helpline, prompting a swift response from the Fire and Emergency Services Department.
In the now-viral video of the incident, officials were seen working urgently around the stalled lift, trying different methods to gain access while concerned bystanders gathered nearby.
Fire personnel appeared to carefully assess the situation before beginning rescue operations, using specialised tools to avoid causing harm to those trapped inside.
As the rescue effort stretched on, firefighters were seen working relentlessly to pry open the lift, with some officials crouching near the jammed doors and others coordinating the operation from outside. At one point, personnel brought in a cutter machine, which was ultimately used to help force open the lift after other attempts failed.
The clip captured the tense atmosphere surrounding the rescue, with officials repeatedly checking the condition of those inside while trying to reassure them through the narrow opening.
Watch the video here:
After nearly an hour of rescue efforts, the lift doors were finally opened and the trapped occupants were brought out one by one. Several people could be seen carefully stepping out of the lift in the video as emergency responders assisted them to safety.
One woman developed health complications during the ordeal, likely due to stress and the prolonged confinement, though all nine occupants were ultimately rescued safely.
The incident raised concerns around lift maintenance and emergency preparedness in commercial buildings, especially in crowded public spaces such as malls where malfunctioning equipment can quickly turn into a serious safety risk.
Several users online also praised the fire department personnel for their patience and quick response, noting that the situation could have worsened had help not arrived in time.
A tense rescue operation unfolded in Karnataka’s Shivamogga after nine people were trapped inside a malfunctioning lift at the Vishal Mart building, forcing emergency personnel to launch an hour-long effort to bring them out safely.
The incident took place around 8.30 pm on Sunday, when the lift suddenly stopped due to a technical fault while travelling down from the second floor, leaving all nine occupants stranded inside.
Panic spread after the lift doors failed to open despite repeated attempts by mall staff to fix the issue. With no immediate way out, one of the people trapped inside eventually contacted the 112 emergency helpline, prompting a swift response from the Fire and Emergency Services Department.
In the now-viral video of the incident, officials were seen working urgently around the stalled lift, trying different methods to gain access while concerned bystanders gathered nearby.
Fire personnel appeared to carefully assess the situation before beginning rescue operations, using specialised tools to avoid causing harm to those trapped inside.
As the rescue effort stretched on, firefighters were seen working relentlessly to pry open the lift, with some officials crouching near the jammed doors and others coordinating the operation from outside. At one point, personnel brought in a cutter machine, which was ultimately used to help force open the lift after other attempts failed.
The clip captured the tense atmosphere surrounding the rescue, with officials repeatedly checking the condition of those inside while trying to reassure them through the narrow opening.
Watch the video here:
After nearly an hour of rescue efforts, the lift doors were finally opened and the trapped occupants were brought out one by one. Several people could be seen carefully stepping out of the lift in the video as emergency responders assisted them to safety.
One woman developed health complications during the ordeal, likely due to stress and the prolonged confinement, though all nine occupants were ultimately rescued safely.
The incident raised concerns around lift maintenance and emergency preparedness in commercial buildings, especially in crowded public spaces such as malls where malfunctioning equipment can quickly turn into a serious safety risk.
Several users online also praised the fire department personnel for their patience and quick response, noting that the situation could have worsened had help not arrived in time.
