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Elephant calf falls into abandoned well in Keralam’s Thrissur; rescue operation underway

Elephant calf falls into abandoned well in Keralam’s Thrissur; rescue operation underway

The elephant calf that fell into an abandoned well at Palappilly on Thursday

An elephant calf fell into an abandoned well on a plot adjoining a residential area at Palappilly in Thrissur district of Keralam on Thursday (October 29, 2026).

Rescue operations led by the Forest Department, Fire and Rescue Services personnel and local residents are underway.

Rescue teams are attempting to bring the calf out by using an earthmover to break down the sides of the well.

Preliminary assessments indicate that the calf has not sustained any serious injuries.

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