Asian palm civet rescued from GRID India office

An adult Asian palm civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus) was rescued by the Wildlife SOS team after it sought refuge inside a tissue dispenser machine at GRID India office in Katwaria Sarai here. The rescue operation was carried out with precision and care by the Wildlife SOS team.

The incident unfolded when a housekeeper discovered the civet inside the director’s cabin at the office, formerly known as the Power System Operation Corporation Limited. Recognising the urgency of the situation, the housekeeper secured the cabin to prevent the civet from moving around the office. During the search, staff members located the civet hiding inside a tissue dispenser machine.

The office team immediately contacted Wildlife SOS’s 24x7 emergency helpline at 91 9871963535. A well-equipped rescue team reached the spot and, with meticulous planning, managed to extricate the frightened civet safely without causing harm to the animal.

Expressing his gratitude, Sandeep Malhotra, Chief Manager of HR at GRID India, said: “The rescue team arrived promptly and it was heartwarming to witness the civet being rescued safely. We are thankful to Wildlife SOS for their incredible work in rescuing and rehabilitating distressed animals.”

Following the rescue, the civet underwent a thorough medical examination to ensure it had not sustained any injuries. It was later released back into the wild, where it could safely return to its natural habitat.

Kartick Satyanarayan, Co-founder and CEO of Wildlife SOS, said: “This rescue highlights the challenges wild animals face in urban environments and the need for human-wildlife coexistence. We also appreciate GRID India’s swift action and cooperation in ensuring the civet’s safety.”

Geeta Seshamani, Co-founder and Secretary of Wildlife SOS, said: “Small mammals like civets and mongooses often venture into urban areas in search of resources. Our goal is to handle such situations with compassion, ensuring both animal welfare and public safety.”