Guwahati, July 14: In a remarkable display of presence of mind and duty beyond uniform, an Indian Army medical officer, Major Mukundan, saved the life of a 75-year-old co-passenger who suffered a medical emergency mid-air aboard IndiGo Flight 6E-6011 from Chennai to Guwahati on Sunday.
Around 6:20 PM, the elderly Indian passenger suddenly lost consciousness and began showing classic signs of hypoglycaemia—profuse sweating, a feeble pulse, and cold extremities—triggering panic onboard.
The cabin crew quickly administered oxygen and issued an announcement for medical assistance. Major Mukundan, who was returning from leave, immediately responded to the call and took charge.
Finding the patient semi-conscious but with reactive pupils, Maj Mukundan diagnosed hypoglycaemia. With limited medical resources on the flight, he improvised: administering sugar orally and giving oral rehydration salts (ORS) while continuously monitoring the patient’s vitals and oxygen levels.
The aircraft landed in Guwahati shortly thereafter, where the patient was moved to the airport emergency room. Maj Mukundan continued to assist with post-landing care. By 8:00 PM, the elderly passenger had regained full consciousness and was stabilised.
The quick intervention by Maj Mukundan, coupled with the swift coordination of the flight crew, averted a potential tragedy. His timely and selfless response exemplifies the dedication and readiness of the Indian Army’s medical corps—even 35,000 feet above the ground.
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