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I couldn’t swim back against it
‘I couldn’t swim back against it’: Woman recalls near-death experience in Rishikesh
‘I couldn’t swim back against it’: Woman recalls near-death experience in Rishikesh
Arpita Sahu, who visited Rishikesh from Noida, shared how strangers came together to save her.
Published on: May 01, 2026 3:38 PM IST By Trisha Sengupta Share via Copy link What was supposed to be a fun weekend getaway in Rishikesh quickly turned into a near-death experience for 28-year-old Noida-based corporate professional and content creator Arpita Sahu. In a conversation with HT.com, she recounted the terrifying moment she was swept away by strong, unexpected currents while cliff-jumping at an unregulated spot. Despite wearing a life jacket, Sahu found herself unable to swim back against the fierce undertow. Thanks to the selfless actions of people around her, she was pulled to safety. Reflecting on the ordeal, she is now sharing her story to spread a vital safety message for fellow adventure seekers. Snippet from a video she shared about her scary experience in Rishikesh. (Arpita Sahu)What had happened?
Sahu visited the mountain city over the weekend. At one point, she decided to try cliff jumping. The first two times went well, but the third time turned very scary very quickly. Sahu told HT.com, “I was cliff jumping at an unregulated spot. I had already jumped twice and it felt manageable, but the third time the current was much stronger than I expected. It started pulling me away from the shore, and even though I know basic swimming, I couldn’t swim back against it.”Who saved her?
Recalling the moment, she shared, “A few people initially tried to help but the current was very strong. Eventually, one person—a foreigner who was a strong swimmer—stayed with me and managed to get me back to the shore. Rahul from Joey's hostel stayed with me till last. He swam and came and helped me go back to the hostel safely. Extremely grateful.” She added, “I’m extremely grateful. Honestly, I don’t think I would have made it back without their help. I did thank him personally.”“It was a strange feeling”
Recalling the moment she was struggling to get out of the water, Sahu said, “Interestingly, I didn’t panic.” She added, “I think I was just trying to stay calm and conserve energy because I had a life jacket on. But at the same time, I was aware that I wasn’t in control of the situation, which was a strange feeling.” However - and quite understandably - the first thing she felt after being rescued was relief. “Then it slowly hit me how serious the situation could have been. I felt very grateful but also a bit shaken once everything settled,” she recounted.Advice for adventure-seekers
Learning from her own scary experience, the 28-year-old shared some advice for her fellow adventure-seekers. “Please don’t underestimate natural currents. Even if something feels easy once, conditions can change quickly. Always do such activities with proper supervision, and be honest about your swimming ability. It’s important to enjoy these experiences, but responsibly. “ ABOUT THE AUTHOR Trisha Sengupta Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More Rishikesh Viral Get Latest Updates on Trending News Viral News, Video, Photos and Weather Updates of India and around the world News/Trending/‘I Couldn’t Swim Back Against It’: Woman Recalls Near-death Experience In Rishikesh See LessWhat was supposed to be a fun weekend getaway in Rishikesh quickly turned into a near-death experience for 28-year-old Noida-based corporate professional and content creator Arpita Sahu. In a conversation with HT.com, she recounted the terrifying moment she was swept away by strong, unexpected currents while cliff-jumping at an unregulated spot. Despite wearing a life jacket, Sahu found herself unable to swim back against the fierce undertow. Thanks to the selfless actions of people around her, she was pulled to safety. Reflecting on the ordeal, she is now sharing her story to spread a vital safety message for fellow adventure seekers.
Sahu told HT.com, “I was cliff jumping at an unregulated spot. I had already jumped twice and it felt manageable, but the third time the current was much stronger than I expected. It started pulling me away from the shore, and even though I know basic swimming, I couldn’t swim back against it.”
She added, “I’m extremely grateful. Honestly, I don’t think I would have made it back without their help. I did thank him personally.”
However - and quite understandably - the first thing she felt after being rescued was relief. “Then it slowly hit me how serious the situation could have been. I felt very grateful but also a bit shaken once everything settled,” she recounted.
“Please don’t underestimate natural currents. Even if something feels easy once, conditions can change quickly. Always do such activities with proper supervision, and be honest about your swimming ability. It’s important to enjoy these experiences, but responsibly. “
Source: HindustanTimes
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