Trekker from Odisha stranded on Muthurayaswamy Hill rescued after two-hour operation

Unable to find a route to descend or proceed further on Muthurayaswamy Hill, the man contacted the emergency helpline 112 for assistance. | Photo Credit: File Photo A private firm employee from Odisha, who was stranded on Muthurayaswamy Hill at Hunsanahalli in Ramanagara taluk after losing his way during a trekking expedition, was rescued by Fire and Emergency Services personnel following a two-hour operation on Sunday.The man, identified as Vishwajith, works in Bengaluru and had visited the hill for trekking and video shooting.While trekking and recording videos, he reportedly lost his way and became stranded on the hill. Unable to find a route to descend or proceed further, he contacted the emergency helpline 112 and sought assistance.Following the alert, Fire and Emergency Services personnel rushed to the spot and launched a search and rescue operation. After nearly two hours of efforts, the team located Mr. Vishwajith and safely brought him down from the hill, according to officials. Published - November 15, 2026 06:40 pm IST