'Bear necessities': Indian Army saves the day in Siachen

In a heart-stopping video that has captured the hearts of millions, the Indian Army has once again demonstrated its commitment to protecting all life forms. The video, shared by Indian Forest Services (IFS) officer Parveen Kaswan, shows soldiers rescuing a struggling Himalayan brown bear cub whose head was stuck in a metal canister in the rugged terrain of Siachen.

The bear, unable to free itself, was spotted by the soldiers, who quickly sprang into action.

What a beautiful video. Indian Army soldiers saving life of a Himalayan Brown Bear in Siachin. Amazing work 🫡🫡 pic.twitter.com/oaxR7aOXLi

— Parveen Kaswan, IFS (@ParveenKaswan) November 3, 2025

With great care and precision, the team used tools to carefully cut through the metal, eventually freeing the animal from its predicament. The rescue operation was carried out with utmost caution, ensuring the bear's safety throughout the process.

After the successful rescue, the soldiers provided food to help the bear recover from its ordeal. The cub, seemingly grateful for the help, wandered back into the wilderness, a symbol of freedom and resilience.

The video has garnered over 1.4 lakh views, with social media users hailing the soldiers' actions as a shining example of kindness and compassion.

"Truly heartwarming! Our soldiers protect not just borders but life in every form. Salute to their compassion," said one user. Another added, "They don't joke when they say they'll protect every life on the Indian soil."