A 15-day-old wild elephant calf has been discovered trapped in a residential area of the Barjhar forest in Dudhnai, Goalpara district, raising alarm among local residents and wildlife officials. The calf, presumed to be separated from its herd, was seen wandering in distress, desperately searching for its mother.
The Barjhar forest is home to a significant population of elephants, and it appears that the young calf inadvertently strayed from its family group into the forested residential area. This situation has prompted immediate action from the forest department.
Officials have promptly assessed the circumstances and are preparing for a rescue operation to safely relocate the calf and reunite it with its herd, which is believed to be in proximity. The community is closely monitoring the situation, expressing concern for the calf’s well-being while supporting the efforts of wildlife authorities. The rescue operation is set to begin shortly, emphasizing the importance of protecting both wildlife and local residents in this unique scenario.