A Russian paraglider that was stuck on high voltage wires for several hours was rescued in India.
Russian paraglider Alexei Ivakhin was suspended on power lines at a height of 75 meters, five kilometers from the Indian city of Mandi.
According to the rescue forces, he was lucky that during the incident he came into contact with only one wire and this did not lead to tragedy.
Despite this, the rescuers cut off the electricity, spread a tarp and mattresses under the athlete and lowered him to the ground using a crane.
As a result of the incident, Ivahin was not injured and will probably be able to participate in the upcoming competitions, which will be held at the same place.