West Bengal: A newborn elephant calf was rescued after strong currents swept it nearly 5 kilometres downstream in the Teesta River. The three- to four-day-old calf had become separated from its mother near Gajoldoba. Local fishermen spotted the calf struggling to stay afloat in the river. They immediately moved towards the animal in their boat. Forest officials later joined the rescue operation and helped bring the calf to safety.
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Newborn Calf Swept Away By Strong Currents
The fishermen noticed the calf drifting further downstream as the river currents pushed it through the water. They quickly rowed their boat towards the struggling animal. Three fishermen entered the water and helped pull the calf onto the boat. They then swam alongside the boat while guiding it towards the riverbank. Their quick response helped save the young elephant from the strong currents.
The fishermen handed the rescued calf over to forest officials after bringing it safely to the riverbank. The Baikunthapur Forest Division team took the animal to the Kathambari range office. Veterinary staff provided immediate medical attention and monitored its condition. IFS officer Mudit Kumar Verma later shared a video showing the rescue operation. The footage showed the fishermen carefully bringing the calf out of the river.
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Emotional Reunion With Mother
After receiving necessary treatment and care, the forest department worked to reunite the calf with its mother. A video shared by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan captured the emotional reunion. The mother elephant moved through the water towards the rescued calf. She quickly approached her young one and stayed close to it. The successful reunion brought the rescue operation to a heartwarming end.
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