Shillong, May 1: The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad K. Sangma on Wednesday, presented a citation to Elambok Dkhar, a young boy who saved a girl from drowning at the Rilang River in Wahsiej in West Khasi Hills.

Elambok, a resident of Wahsiej village in South West Khasi Hills District, was honored for his exceptional bravery.

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said in a social media post, “Presented citation to Master Elambok Dkhar of Wahsiej village, South West Khasi Hills District, as a token of recognition and appreciation for his exceptional bravery, which prevented the loss of a precious life.”

“While saluting his courage, I hope that Master Elambok becomes an icon of inspiration and courage to all our fellow citizens,”  added the Chief Minister of Meghalaya.

A third life was saved by the timely and brave intervention of Master Elambok, who overcame his apprehension of the river and saved the young girl.

While saluting his courage, I hope that Master Elambok becomes an icon of inspiration and courage to all our fellow citizens. pic.twitter.com/X9p3I86iAj

— Conrad K Sangma (@SangmaConrad) May 1, 2024

It may be noted that on April 21, 2024, a tragic incident occurred at the Rilang River, Wahsiej, in which two young people lost their lives in a drowning incident. However, a third life was saved by the timely and brave intervention of Elambok, who overcame his apprehension of the river and saved the young girl.

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