A heartwarming reunion unfolded in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park when a two-month-old elephant calf, separated from its herd, was successfully reunited with its mother. The calf, initially found alone and distressed by locals in Borjuri village near the park, was quickly reported to authorities. A rescue team, led by veterinarian Dr. Bhaskar Choudhury, acted swiftly to ensure the calf’s safe return to its family.

The touching moment was captured on video and shared by Susanta Nanda, a retired Indian Forest Service Officer, on X (formerly Twitter). The video shows the calf, initially disoriented, eventually walking away into the forest with its mother. Forest officials can be heard encouraging the calf with shouts of “ja ja ja” (go go go) in the background.

To facilitate the reunion, one of the forest officials gently applied the mother’s dung to the calf’s trunk and legs. This technique was used to mask any human scent on the calf, ensuring that the mother would recognize and accept her offspring. The video has since gone viral, amassing over 4.77 million views and receiving numerous heartwarming comments from social media users.

Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, is renowned for its diverse wildlife. It is home to more than 2,200 Indian one-horned rhinoceroses and serves as a breeding ground for elephants, wild water buffaloes, and swamp deer. The park’s tiger population has also increased over time, leading to its designation as a Tiger Reserve in 2006.

This successful reunion highlights the dedication of forest officials and their understanding of nature’s intricate language. Social media users praised their efforts, with comments celebrating the thoughtful and beautiful reunion of the elephant family.