India, June 13 -- A calm riverside picnic turned into a scene of chaos after a wild elephant wandered into the area, sending visitors fleeing in panic. Families enjoying their day by the scenic stream were caught off guard as the elephant emerged from the forest, forcing many to abandon their food and belongings and run for safety in all directions.

The dramatic moment was captured on video and shared on social media platform X by Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan. In the footage, people can be seen scrambling to safety as the elephant chases a few visitors. Amid the panic, a woman can be heard shouting, "Don't run!" in an attempt to control the situation.

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