Viral Video: Elephant Comes Close To The Bus While Crossing The Road, Here Is How The Driver Reacted
Supriya Sahu, an IAS officer, reported an incident involving a bus driver and an elephant at the Karapallam Check post near the Tamil Nadu and Karnataka border.
In a heartwarming incident, a compassionate bus driver halted his vehicle, allowing an elephant to safely cross a road in India.
The remarkable gesture, captured on camera, swiftly garnered attention online, with netizens dubbing the driver 'Haathi Mera Saathi' (My Elephant's Companion).
The footage, shared widely across social media platforms, showcases the harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife.
This act of kindness underscores the importance of empathy towards animals and highlights the need for respectful interaction between humans and the environment.
The viral moment is a gentle reminder of the beauty of such simple acts of compassion amidst the chaos of daily life.
What Happened Between The Elephant And Bus Driver?
Elephant crosses road while driver stops bus | Image: X
In a touching moment, a bus driver recently showed affection towards a wild elephant by addressing it as 'Anna' (meaning big brother). IAS officer Supriya Sahu shared.
This heartwarming incident on the X platform (formerly Twitter). The video depicts the incident, which took place at the Karapallam check post near the Tamil Nadu-Karnataka border within the Punjanur Range of the BRT Tiger Reserve.
The footage shows the bus approaching the checkpoint when it unexpectedly encounters the wild elephant. Sensing the situation, the driver stopped the bus and calmly handled the problem, ensuring the passengers remained composed.
Elephant crosses road while driver stops bus | Image: X
Despite the close encounter with the elephant, the driver maintains his cool and effectively communicates with the animal.
Eventually, as the creature moved along, the driver, affectionately labeled 'Mr. Cool' by the IAS officer, bid him a fond farewell by affectionately addressing him as 'Anna.'
"Goodbye Anna, Tata Bye," the driver's voice can be heard saying. The scene unfolds at the Karapallam Check post near the Tamil Nadu-Karnataka border in the Punjanur Range of the BRT Tiger Reserve.
The caption of the video highlights the presence of 'Mr. Cool,' the bus driver, who not only reassures passengers but also bids adieu to the elephant, referring to him as Anna (Big Brother).
Where Can You Watch The Viral Video?
You can watch the viral video on X posted by @supriyasahuias.
A day at Karapallam Check post near Tamil Nadu Karnataka border in Punjanur Range of BRT Tiger Reserve. You can't miss 'Mr Cool' the Bus driver who reassures passengers and drives on with a bye to the elephant calling him Anna ( Big Brother) #elephants #corxistence Video P C¡ pic.twitter.com/BUfHN21NMl
¡ª Supriya Sahu IAS (@supriyasahuias) February 15, 2024
How Did The Internet React?
Responding to the video, numerous individuals admired the bus driver's action in the comments section. One user remarked, "Impressive! Understanding and respecting wildlife behavior is a valuable skill." Another commented, "Truly commendable." A viewer even quipped, "Elephant, my friend." The video has amassed more than 15,000 views and numerous likes and reactions.
Internet reacts to Elephant crosses road while driver stops bus | Image: X
Internet reacts to Elephant crosses road while driver stops bus | Image: X
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