Watch: Odisha Forest Officials Apply Archimedes' Principle To Rescue Elephant Stuck In 30-Foot-Deep Well
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Summary
Odisha forest officials rescued an elephant stuck in a 30-foot well by filling it with water to float the animal out safely using Archimedes' principle.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source NDTV - India
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Net-zero target: 2070
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right