A leopard cub was rescued after falling into the Baur canal at Kaladhungi in Nainital on Wednesday morning, with villagers helping it reach the bank safely. The incident ended when the cub’s mother took it back into the forest.
The villagers responded after noticing the animal in the canal. They lowered a bamboo pole into the water, giving the cub support as it attempted to climb out.
How the rescue unfolded
The cub used the bamboo pole to make its way out of the canal. Once it was safely on land, the animal was reunited with its mother, who took it away towards the forest.
Footage from Kaladhungi shows the rescue effort at the Baur canal. The incident also highlights the close proximity between wildlife and local settlements in the area, although no further details about damage or injuries were reported.
No information was provided about any official wildlife department intervention after the cub was rescued. The available account ends with the mother returning the cub to the forest.
Conclusion
Villagers in Kaladhungi safely helped a leopard cub escape the Baur canal using a bamboo pole, after which its mother took it back into the forest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the leopard cub fall?
The cub fell into the Baur canal in Kaladhungi, Nainital.
Q. When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred on Wednesday morning.
Q. Who helped the cub?
Villagers at the spot helped the animal get out of the canal.
Q. What did the villagers use during the rescue?
They lowered a bamboo pole into the water so the cub could climb out.
Q. What happened after the cub was rescued?
The cub’s mother took it back into the forest.
