Coming Together
As the rescue team began their mission, the older elephants though still nervous, seemed calmer than before, and they trusted the forest officers. It was hard to access the spot, but the team hoped they might rescue the calf eventually.
Meanwhile, news spread across the surrounding villages like wildfire, and people rallied to the scene—humans and even some elephants alike. This was a highly time-sensitive mission; the 600-pound calf needed handling with care, and they needed all the help possible.
