Advertisement
Sections
Watch: Students help wheelchair-bound classmate evacuate during earthquake in China
The video is from Shimian County in China’s Sichuan province that experienced a 4.8 magnitude earthquake on 20 May

A 30-second video of a group of students helping their specially-abled classmate evacuate during earthquake has gone viral. The video, a CCTV footage from the classroom, was shared on Twitter by former Norwegian diplomat Eric Solheim.The video is from Shimian County in China’s Sichuan province that experienced a 4.8 magnitude earthquake on 20 May. Take a look at the video here:“Solidarity! On May 20th, in the middle school of Sichuan earthquake with magnitude 4.8, teachers and classmates didn't forget him in wheelchair. ”, Solheim wrote.If we closely look at the video, we see that the first student to help the differently-abled boy was seated in the front row. Instead of leaving the classroom, he chose to help his classmate. Three students can be seen clearing the desks to make the pathway for an easier evacuation while a teacher stands at the door and asks everyone to quickly leave the school premises.The social media users were quick to react to the video and wrote that this was an indicator of the good values being taught to the children.Another user said that this was a great example of how humanity should start at school level itself.“Thumbs up”, wrote a user.The fourth emphasised that these values should be inculcated in every child.There is some difference between classmates and friends and these were friends, commented a user.Appreciating the staff and the students, a user said that he was proud of them.What are your thoughts on this kind act of the students?Read all the Latest News, Trending News, Cricket News, Bollywood News,India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
First Published:May 27, 2022, 20:31:55 IST
Advertisement
Advertisement

Nawaz Sharif wants to become prime minister of PoK — but laws framed by Pakistan disqualify him
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that he would ask his brother, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, to appoint him as the Prime Minister of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK). But the Constitution bars him from making such a move.
2 min read
Fake jobs, tourist visas: Inside Russia’s vast network luring foreigners to fight Ukraine war
Russia is accused of using fake job offers, tourist visas and lucrative military contracts to recruit thousands of foreign nationals for the Ukraine war. Investigations reveal how poverty, deception and coercion have drawn people from Asia, Africa and Latin America into one of the world's deadliest conflicts
8 min read
As Pakistan eyes American dollar for Iran mediation, economists sound the alarm: ‘It can buy time, not growth’
Pakistan is reportedly seeking billions in US support after claiming a role in easing US-Iran tensions, but economists warn fresh funding would offer only temporary relief without deep structural economic reforms.
2 min read
Are Chinese UN peacekeepers spies? Trump’s UN envoy sends out a warning
US UN Envoy Mike Waltz has warned that China has been using United Nations' platforms, such as peacekeeping missions, for espionage. He accused Chinese peacekeepers of serving as the eyes and ears of the Communist Party of China.
2 min read
Why has Bangladesh’s choice of India spokespersons raised eyebrows?
Bangladesh’s appointment of journalists Md Saidur Rahman and Umme Marufa to media roles in New Delhi and Kolkata has triggered controversy over their past anti-India social media posts, many of which were later deleted, prompting diplomatic scrutiny as India and Bangladesh seek to improve bilateral ties
6 min read
Advertisement
Advertisement
