A tea vendor from Thrippunithura has won the admiration of people across the country after showing remarkable compassion to a woman injured in a road accident.
The incident took place near Statue Junction when a 56-year-old woman riding a scooter was involved in a serious accident with a bus. According to reports, she was dragged several metres before local residents managed to stop the vehicle. She suffered severe injuries, and her clothes were torn during the accident.
Among the first people to reach the scene was M.R. Shaji, a 53-year-old tea vendor who has been serving tea to nearby shops, banks, and offices for many years.
Without thinking twice, Shaji removed the mundu (dhoti) he was wearing and used it to cover the injured woman, protecting her dignity while she waited for medical help. A nearby shopkeeper later gave Shaji another cloth to wear.
Speaking after the incident, Shaji said he simply did what he felt was right. His only concern was that the injured woman should not suffer further embarrassment during such a painful moment.
Local residents and bystanders later helped move the woman into an autorickshaw and rushed her to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The incident gained widespread attention after CCTV footage of Shaji’s selfless act spread on social media. Thousands of people praised his kindness, quick thinking, and respect for human dignity.
Although many have called him a hero, Shaji has remained humble, saying anyone should have done the same. His simple act of compassion has become a powerful reminder that humanity and kindness can shine even in the most difficult moments.
