Man rescues cow stuck in a Nallah, netizens call him 'real hero'; Watch viral video

A video of a man rescuing a cow trapped in a drainage has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread admiration. The cow was stuck in a deep, narrow drain and struggled to get out. The footage, shared on Instagram, shows the man and a few others working together to pull the struggling animal out of a deep, narrow drain. The man, with the help of others, tied a rope around the cow's neck and pulled it to safety. The rescue attempt took several tries. Despite multiple failed attempts, the man persisted and eventually succeeded in saving the cow. However, ET.com could not independently verify the date and location of the incident.

Viral Video Garners 21 Million Views

The video was posted by the Instagram account ‘veera__singam’ and has accumulated over 21 million views within a day. The caption simply stated, “It’s alive,” reflecting relief over the successful rescue. Many online commenters praised the rescuers. “This is what real humanity looks like. We need more people like him,” one user wrote. Another said, “My heart was racing the entire time! Thank you for not giving up on the poor soul.” The video’s source could not be independently verified.

Many referred to him as a hero, appreciating his determination to save the distressed animal.


One user wrote, “This is what real humanity looks like. We need more people like him.” Another commented, “My heart was racing the entire time! Thank you for not giving up on the poor soul.”

Another user expressed admiration, stating, “This man deserves all the respect in the world. Animals need more protectors like him.” Someone else shared their emotions, saying, “I was praying for the cow while watching this. So happy it made it out.”

Concerns Over Infrastructure

While many praised the man’s compassion, some users also raised concerns about open drains and their dangers. One comment read, “It’s rare to see people helping animals these days. This man is an angel.” Another user pointed out, “Humanity is not dead yet, and this video proves it.”

Some users urged authorities to improve infrastructure to prevent such incidents. The viral video has sparked discussions about the importance of animal welfare and public safety in urban areas.