A wild video of elephants walking through a hospital has taken over social media, leaving viewers both shocked and amused.
The footage, filmed at the Binnaguri Army Hospital in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, shows two wild elephants wandering freely inside the hospital building.
In the clip, one elephant squeezes its massive body through a doorway and stands in the corridor while stunned staff members watch and take pictures.
Photos shared by IFS officer Susanta Nanda also captured the elephants turning corners inside the hospital halls. Reports say the elephants also damaged walls and some furniture during the unexpected visit.
Nanda captioned the post: _“Elephants in the room… From Jalpaiguri Cantonment”_. The post quickly went viral, racking up likes and retweets.
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Internet Reactions
Netizens had a field day with jokes and comments:
– _“Did anyone address the elephant in the room?”_
– _“It was a surprise inspection visit to check if everything is well in the hospital”_
– Others pointed out habitat loss: _“I think this happens when you occupy their habitat and make structures on that. It’s their land and want it back”
The incident highlights how human settlements near forest areas often lead to unusual wildlife encounters.
Watch the video here