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Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Watch: Kerala elephant rescues stuck SUV from riverbed, video goes viral
Watch: Kerala elephant rescues stuck SUV from riverbed, video goes viral (Image: saidkoya9/ Instagram) An elephant from Kerala became a hero after rescuing a stuck SUV from a riverbed. Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan, guided by its mahout, pulled a white Toyota Fortuner that had three wheels submerged and was unable to move. A video of the rescue, shared by Instagram user Said Alavikoya, has received over two million views and attracted widespread attention on social media. Following instructions, the elephant wrapped its trunk around a rope tied to the front axle of the vehicle and pulled it back onto solid ground. The video's caption reads, 'Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan. Our little elephant.' Watch the video here: This moment of teamwork between human and animal is a reminder that heroes sometimes come 'not in uniforms—but with four legs, a trunk, and an incredible spirit.'
India Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Elephant pulls stuck Toyota Fortuner out of river in viral video from Kerala
A road mishap turned into a spectacle in Kerala when an elephant ended up pulling a stranded SUV out of a short clip, posted by Instagram user Said Alavikoya, has gone viral on social media with over two million views so white Toyota Fortuner was stuck in the riverbed with three of its wheels submerged. Any hope of freeing the heavy SUV seemed out of reach until help arrived: a majestic elephant, led by his With a rope secured to the vehicle's front axle, the elephant gripped it with his trunk and, under the mahout's instructions, began to pull. In a matter of seconds, the elephant hauled the SUV onto solid ground.'Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan. Our little elephant,' read the caption of the the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Said Alavikoya (@saidkoya90)This moment of natural strength and cooperation has gone viral as it is proof of the fact that real heroes often have four legs, a trunk, and a gentle but mighty InTrending Reel
NDTV
4 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Video Shows Elephant Pulling Stuck Toyota Fortuner Out Of River In Kerala
A video from Kerala has gone viral on Instagram, showcasing the incredible strength and intelligence of elephants. In the clip, a majestic elephant is seen effortlessly pulling a white Toyota Fortuner SUV out of a riverbed, highlighting the animal's immense power and its ability to assist humans in need. The video shared on Instagram opens to show a white Toyota Fortuner SUV stuck in a shallow river, with only the front left wheel visible above the water. The situation appeared dire until a mahout, accompanied by his elephant, Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan, arrived on the scene. The elephant successfully dragged the vehicle, weighing between 2,105 kg and 2,135 kg, out of the water body within minutes. Notably, the Toyota Fortuner's gross vehicle weight can reach up to 2,735 kg, making the elephant's feat even more impressive. The video was shared on Instagram with the caption, "Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan… Our little elephant…". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Said Alavikoya (@saidkoya90) Elephants have been revered in Indian culture for centuries, worshipped for their wisdom, strength, and loyalty, and have played a significant role in many Indian dynasties. The viral video is a perfect example of their capabilities, demonstrating how these majestic animals can provide valuable assistance to humans in challenging situations. The video sparked widespread praise, with many celebrating the animal's power and agility. One user wrote, "We use elephants instead of tow trucks—eco-friendly and majestic." Another commented, "This Fortuner in front of the elephant looks like a Maruti 800." A third said, "Pulled like a toy."
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Watch: Elephant pulls stuck SUV out of river in Kerala, the Internet is amazed
Elephants are revered for their intelligence, strength, and loyalty, and once again, one has proven why. A jaw-dropping video from Kerala is going viral on Instagram, showing a majestic elephant pulling a white Toyota Fortuner sports utility vehicle (SUV) out of a riverbed with ease. The video begins with the SUV stuck in a shallow river, its wheels, except the front left, submerged. Unable to move, the situation seems hopeless until a mahout (a trained elephant handler) arrives with his elephant, Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan. We next see the elephant gripping a rope tied to the vehicle's front axle with his trunk. Under the mahout's guidance, Sankaranarayanan begins to pull with sheer strength, managing to drag the heavy SUV onto solid ground within seconds. The force and precision displayed have left viewers stunned. The video was shared on Instagram by user @saidkoya90 with the caption, 'Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayanan… Our little elephant…' and has since amassed over 2.4 million views and 172,000 likes. A post shared by Said Alavikoya (@saidkoya90) Comments poured in, celebrating the animal's power and grace. 'This Fortuner in front of the elephant looks like a Maruti 800,' wrote one user. Another noted, 'We use elephants instead of tow trucks—eco-friendly and majestic.' A third user said, 'There are people who are suitable for everything here. This is Thiruvagapuren.' This isn't the first time elephants have gone viral. Recently, another video surfaced showing an elephant disabling an electric fence with remarkable precision, proving once again that elephants are not only strong but also incredibly smart. In India, elephants have traditionally played important roles, not only in festivals and ceremonies but also in industries like logging. While the use of elephants in labour has decreased due to ethical concerns, some domesticated elephants are still employed for specific tasks like logging timber and rescue and relief in difficult terrains under expert supervision.
