Biker Miraculously Survives After Wild Elephant Steps On Him Twice On Haridwar-Dehradun Highway

A biker had a miraculous escape after a wild elephant stepped on his stomach and chest twice on the Haridwar-Dehradun Highway in Uttarakhand in the early hours of Thursday. The shocking encounter, which took place near Nepali Farm around 4 am, was captured on camera and has since gone viral on social media.

The man was pinned beneath the elephant's feet during the terrifying incident. However, he managed to get back on his feet moments after the animal moved away, apparently escaping without any visible injuries.

Cab Driver Captures Elephant Attack On Camera

The incident was recorded by Shiva Sharma, a cab driver and digital content creator who was passing through the area.

Sharma shared the video on his Facebook account at 3.46 am on November 12, and it soon attracted widespread attention on social media.

Reacting to the incident, Sharma said that although the Haridwar-Dehradun route was generally easy to travel on, conditions could become unpredictable because elephants sometimes emerge suddenly on the highway.

He also expressed surprise at the biker's survival, describing him as extremely fortunate to have escaped the encounter.

Elephant Sightings Common Near Rajaji Tiger Reserve

The stretch of the Haridwar-Dehradun Highway near Nepali Farm is close to Rajaji Tiger Reserve, an area known for its wildlife, including wild elephants.

Elephants are frequently spotted near roads in the region, making it important for motorists to remain cautious, particularly during early morning and late-night hours.

Drivers are advised to reduce speed, avoid approaching wild elephants and maintain a safe distance if an animal is spotted on or near the road.