Two Jackals Plunge into Old Well in Medak, Forest Team Executes Swift Rescue
In a dramatic late-night incident, two Indian jackals found themselves trapped in an abandoned well in Medak district. The forest department responded quickly to ensure their safe rescue and release on Monday.
Villagers Spot Trapped Animals, Alert Authorities Immediately
The incident unfolded in Shankarampet village, located within the Ramayampet forest range. District Forest Officer M Joji received an urgent phone call from local residents around 2:30 PM on Monday. The villagers had noticed a male and a female jackal, both approximately four years old, stuck inside the deep well.
These alert residents searched online for the forest officer's contact number. They called him as soon as they found it, demonstrating quick thinking and concern for the animals.
Rescue Teams Rush to the Scene with Specialized Equipment
Joji immediately informed the local forest range officer upon receiving the call. Rescue teams hurried to the location without delay. The well, constructed decades ago using rocks, sits near the Suraram reserve forest.
Officials discovered the jackals perched precariously on an inner ledge of the well. The animals were desperately trying to avoid drowning in the water below.
Collaborative Effort Brings Jackals to Safety
Forest personnel enlisted help from local pig rearers familiar with animal handling. They employed nets and a hook to carefully lift the jackals to a safer level within the well. A second net then pulled the animals completely out of the structure.
After a thorough examination confirmed the jackals were unharmed, officials released them into the nearby forest. The entire operation proceeded smoothly thanks to coordinated efforts.
Officials Speculate on the Cause of the Incident
Joji believes the jackals likely fell into the well on Sunday night. He suggested they may have strayed from the adjoining forest while searching for food and prey. The open well presented an accidental hazard they could not avoid.
The surrounding landscape features dense shrub forests and small grassland patches. This environment provides suitable habitat for jackals, making their presence in the area quite natural.
Principal Chief Conservator of Forests C Suvarna monitored the entire rescue operation. The successful outcome highlights effective coordination between villagers and forest authorities.
