Watch: Herd of cows blocks car, rescues calf dragged for 200m in India

Dubai: In Raigarh, a city in the northern Indian state of Chhattisgarh, a calf narrowly survived a harrowing ordeal after being struck and dragged by a car for 200 metres. The incident took a dramatic turn when a herd of cows blocked the vehicle’s path, forcing it to stop and enabling the calf’s rescue.

Footage of the incident, now viral online, shows the protective herd surrounding the car, creating a blockade that prevented further harm to the trapped animal. Local residents quickly joined in, carefully freeing the distressed calf from beneath the vehicle. Their swift intervention, coupled with the cows’ instincts, saved the young animal’s life.

Though injured, the calf survived and is currently undergoing medical treatment. Reports suggest a full recovery is expected. The heartwarming video has sparked widespread praise on social media, with viewers applauding both the cows’ protective instincts and the timely actions of the locals.

While the exact date of the incident remains unknown, the story has touched hearts across the nation, highlighting the importance of compassion and collective action.