In a touching display of dedication, Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan recently shared an uplifting story on X about a premature elephant calf that was rescued from the Torsha River by his team.
Kaswan detailed how the calf, just a few days old and struggling to survive, was pulled from the river's raging waters. The tiny elephant, weak and alone, was named Beer by the team. In the days following the rescue, the calf was carefully nourished with lactogen milk, fruits, and eventually solid foods to help him regain his strength.
A key figure in Beer's recovery was Cheron Subba, a dedicated park staff member who spent the first four months sleeping beside the calf to ensure his well-being. Thanks to this relentless care and attention, Beer has grown into a healthy and thriving member of the national park's elephant family, now four years old.
Kaswan's post also included a video showing Beer’s journey from the time of his rescue to his current playful and spirited self. The clip, shared on August 29, has since garnered over 36,000 views and more than 1,500 likes, with many users expressing their admiration and gratitude for the efforts made by the forest officials.
One user commented, "It's an effort so well reciprocated by the tiny giant, the loving care it has been showered with in becoming a fully grown giant in the coming days too. So heartwarming." Another added, "The baby looked so sad. Heartening to see him transform into a cheerful elephant baby."