Narrow Escape From Furious Elephants: Men Run For Safety After Risky Selfie Attempt

A dramatic occurrence in an animal crossing in India captured the attention of social media as three men found themselves being pursued by an angry herd of elephants.

The video, shared on Twitter by Indian Forest Services officer Susanta Nanda, has sparked widespread alarm.

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The men’s misguided attempt to take selfies with the untamed creatures resulted in a heated confrontation that led to the elephants chasing after them.

The video captures the heart-stopping moment when the men sprint away in fear. The panic is so intense that one of them even accidentally drops his cellphone in his haste to escape.

Ignoring the fallen device, the men prioritize their safety and flee from the charging elephants. Unfortunately, the video abruptly ends, leaving the aftermath uncertain.

Commenting on the incident, the IFS officer remarked, “In their quest for a selfie, they not only engage in foolish activities but do so with enthusiasm.”

Twitter users have responded strongly, condemning the men’s actions as “horrifying” and “silly.”

Demands for legal consequences against the individuals who encroached on the elephants’ habitat have emerged, with criticisms also directed at the apparent lack of vigilance from forest guards.

Amidst the outrage, some users have advocated for enhanced wildlife protection. One tweet urged, “Forest guards should be more attentive!”

Another tweet questioned the situation: “Invading wildlife and their habitat is not only perilous but also a crime. Where are the forest guards on duty?”

However, not all opinions are against the elephants. One tweet noted, “They got what they deserved; hopefully, it teaches them a lesson for life.”

A thought-provoking tweet observed, “Humans act like foolish animals, while animals act more humane than humans.”

The viral clip has garnered significant attention, accumulating over twenty-seven thousand views on Twitter alone.

This incident resembles a similar occurrence from the previous month when a man faced a challenging situation while encroaching on the territory of a wild elephant in a sanctuary in Wayanad, Kerala.

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For having a selfie, they not only do foolish things,but do them with enthusiasm… pic.twitter.com/rMoFzaHrL3

— Susanta Nanda (@susantananda3) July 5, 2023