wildlife rescue

From a 16-ft king cobra in Kerala to a trapped koel in Delhi, these four animal rescues show how ordinary people across India are answering nature’s call for help — with ropes, courage, and compassion.

Across wells, forests, sanctuaries and even a school storeroom, ordinary people stepped up when wildlife needed them most. These five rescues from 2025 show how calm hands, quick thinking and compassion helped keep India’s wild heart beating.

A juvenile Indian gaur was rescued after being trapped in a waterbody in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. Forest and fire officials worked tirelessly for hours, showcasing teamwork and compassion to save the animal, reminding us of the vital role of wildlife protection.

A surprise guest in a Delhi school storeroom led to a swift rescue by Wildlife SOS, showing how calm and coexistence save lives.

For nearly four decades, Dimbeswar Das has patrolled Kaziranga’s forests, facing bullets, floods, and death threats to keep the one-horned rhino alive.

Here’s how Asola Bhatti Sanctuary in Delhi is successfully rehabilitating turtles with over 250 residents and 20 hatchlings this season.

India’s wildlife sanctuaries protect big cats by preserving habitats and fighting threats like poaching, guaranteeing a safer future for tigers, lions, and leopards.

After the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad on 12 June, local NGO Darshana Animal Welfare, led by Akash Chavda, rescued injured dogs and birds from the blaze. The team worked tirelessly from afternoon to midnight, providing emergency care to traumatised animals left behind.

Across India, conservationists are tackling the toughest wildlife challenges with innovative solutions. From sustainable tourism to cutting-edge technology, these stories prove that when people come together, wildlife has a fighting chance.

People in many parts of rural India continue to believe that death due to a snakebite is because the Gods are not pleased. Hariom Chaubey, the Snake Man of Bihar is trying to fight such superstitious beliefs.