Tiger falls into domestic well in Kerala's Pathanamthitta, panic grips

A tiger fell into a domestic well in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district, sparking panic among residents. The animal was discovered struggling in the water after a loud splash was heard. Forest officials have rushed to the spot for rescue operations.

A quiet morning in Villunnippara turned into a scene of panic after a tiger fell into a domestic well at a local residence in the wee hours of Monday. Neighbours were alerted by a loud splash from the well. Upon investigating the noise, they spotted the tiger struggling in the water. A tiger fell into a well at Villunnippara in Pathanamthitta district, triggering concern among residents. Residents heard a loud noise from the well at around 5 am at Sadashivan's house in the Kollamparambil area, on the road leading from Villunnippara Pampadumppadi junction towards Pulayanppara. Upon inspection, the tiger was found trapped inside the well.

Rescue Operation Underway

The incident occurred in the jurisdiction of the Thanithode station limits of the Vadaserikkara range in the Ranni forest division. On receiving information, forest officials and police personnel rushed to the spot. Rescue operations are currently underway. (ANI)

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