Bhubaneswar, June 8 -- Two wild elephants reportedly got stuck mid-water while crossing Mahanadi river near Bhagipur in Banki area of Cuttack on Wednesday.

As per sources, a herd of jumbos had gone to Sukasen forest from Chandaka sanctuary by crossing the river a couple of days earlier. However, two among them got trapped in the river when the pair tried to return back.

The local residents spotted the wild animals after hearing their trumpeting sound and immediately informed the forest officials.

The forest department officials reached the spot immediately. They have kept a close watch on the movement of the wild animals.

As per the forest officials, the water level is very high near the spot and they are trying their best to rescue t...