PMC Firefighters Win Gold, Silver Medals In 52-Floor Staircase Challenge At All India Fire Service Sports Competition 2026
For firefighters, climbing several flights of stairs is often part of the job. But for two personnel from the Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC), the challenge of racing up 52 floors has now translated into national-level sporting glory. Chetan Bagul, Shubhangi Ghule Win Medals At National Fire Service Meet Chetan Sakharam Bagul and Shubhangi Santosh Ghule have brought laurels to the civic body's…
Two firefighters from the Panvel Municipal Corporation have achieved national recognition by winning medals in a challenging stair-climbing competition. Chetan Sakharam Bagul and Shubhangi Santosh Ghule took home gold and silver respectively at the Second All India Fire Service Sports Competition 2026 held in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Bagul emerged victorious in the 52 Floors Staircase (Casual) event, showcasing his exceptional endurance, agility and stamina. Ghule, on the other hand, secured a silver medal in the more demanding 52 Floors Staircase with Full Gear category, scaling 52 floors while wearing full firefighting gear. The staircase challenge is a crucial test of firefighters' physical fitness, which is vital in emergency situations, especially when navigating high-rise buildings and difficult access points.
Commenting on their success, PMC Commissioner Mangesh Chitale praised the firefighters' achievements and emphasized the significance of physical conditioning in the firefighting profession.
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