Pimpri-Chinchwad, April 27 -- In a high-stakes rescue operation, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Fire Department safely rescued a man who had climbed a high-tension transmission tower in the Nigdi area on Monday night.

The operation, which lasted several hours, involved eight fire teams and a specialised force of approximately 50 to 60 personnel. According to officials, the individual appeared to be in an inebriated state, making the rescue significantly more challenging.

Fire Officer Rushikesh Chipade, who led the operation, stated that the man was non-cooperative due to his condition. "The person who climbed the tower appeared to be drunk. He was in no condition to speak or follow instructions, so we couldn't rely on his cooperation. He had to b...