Guwahati: A Sambar deer has been rescued by forest officials of the Assam State Zoo from Ujjal Nagar near Public Health colony at Hengrabari in Guwahati on Saturday.
According to reports, the sambar deer weighing around 300 kilograms.
Locals reported seeing the Sambar frequently in the Hengrabari area.
Locals noticed a severe head injury and reported it to the state zoo’s forest officer.
It may be mentioned that a team from the Assam state zoo arrived at the spot, accompanied by two veterinary doctors. The team had to tranquillize the Sambar twice before it could be rescued safely. Locals assisted in the rescue efforts as well.