Guwahati: Villagers in Sekoni, Kaliabor, pulled a trapped elephant calf to safety today. The animal fell into a pit near the Shil Khorong Shiva Temple after wandering away from its mother. It spent the entire night stuck in the hole. Local residents spotted the distressed calf at dawn. They immediately started working to get it out.
Forest department officials arrived to assist with the operation. The group managed to free the calf, allowing it to return to the wild. This incident serves as a rare point of unity in a region plagued by human-elephant conflict. Observers praised the community for their quick response.
"The efforts of the local residents and nature lovers have since been widely appreciated, with members of the public praising their compassion and commitment towards wildlife."
The event highlights how residents can act when emergencies strike. The calf was safely reunited with its mother following the rescue. Public support for the villagers remains high as the region works to mitigate ongoing tensions between locals and wildlife.
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