Viral video: Indian police officer lifts differently-abled man on his shoulders at railway station - netizens say “faith in humanity restored
Times Life | February 9, 2026 6:39 PM CST
The world feels like it’s moving at full speed these days. Somewhere along the way, little things like patience and kindness often get left behind. But every now and then, a small moment pops up online and reminds us that goodness hasn’t gone anywhere.
One such moment is now going viral on social media. In a video shared by the Instagram page Mumbai Culture, a differently-abled man is seen struggling to climb down the stairs at a railway station. He has a prosthetic leg and pauses midway because going further seems difficult and risky.
That’s when a railway police officer notices him. Instead of just walking past, the officer walks up, speaks to him, and then does something that has melted hearts online. He gently lifts the young man onto his shoulders and carries him down the stairs. He doesn’t stop there. The officer helps him get into the general compartment, finds him a spot, and even checks his ticket - doing his duty while showing real compassion.
People at the station were visibly moved by the gesture, and so were thousands online. The clip has been widely shared, with users calling the officer a true example of what public service should look like.
The caption on the reel sums it up well:
“In a touching moment that’s winning hearts online, an Indian police officer was seen helping a man with a prosthetic leg board a crowded train. His gentle approach and compassion showed how true service goes beyond duty - it’s about humanity. One small act can indeed make a big difference.”
The comment section is full of praise.
“We need more officers like him. A true gentleman,” one user wrote.
At the same time, many people pointed out a deeper issue. While the officer’s kindness deserves applause, the video also highlights how tough everyday travel can be for people with disabilities.
“It’s high time we move beyond just ‘helping’ disabled people and start building better infrastructure so they don’t have to depend on anyone to get around,” another user commented.
And that’s the real takeaway here. The officer’s act is beautiful, but a world where people don’t have to struggle on stairs in the first place would be even better.
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One such moment is now going viral on social media. In a video shared by the Instagram page Mumbai Culture, a differently-abled man is seen struggling to climb down the stairs at a railway station. He has a prosthetic leg and pauses midway because going further seems difficult and risky.
That’s when a railway police officer notices him. Instead of just walking past, the officer walks up, speaks to him, and then does something that has melted hearts online. He gently lifts the young man onto his shoulders and carries him down the stairs. He doesn’t stop there. The officer helps him get into the general compartment, finds him a spot, and even checks his ticket - doing his duty while showing real compassion.
People at the station were visibly moved by the gesture, and so were thousands online. The clip has been widely shared, with users calling the officer a true example of what public service should look like.
The caption on the reel sums it up well:
“In a touching moment that’s winning hearts online, an Indian police officer was seen helping a man with a prosthetic leg board a crowded train. His gentle approach and compassion showed how true service goes beyond duty - it’s about humanity. One small act can indeed make a big difference.”
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The comment section is full of praise.
“We need more officers like him. A true gentleman,” one user wrote.
At the same time, many people pointed out a deeper issue. While the officer’s kindness deserves applause, the video also highlights how tough everyday travel can be for people with disabilities.
“It’s high time we move beyond just ‘helping’ disabled people and start building better infrastructure so they don’t have to depend on anyone to get around,” another user commented.
And that’s the real takeaway here. The officer’s act is beautiful, but a world where people don’t have to struggle on stairs in the first place would be even better.
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