It isnât just by the way of saying that 'finding a silver lining in the gravest of situations' makes us that much more of a positive individual. While for some of us tracing the silver lining comes naturally, in many cases it is just forced. Just like the Indonesian authorityâs offer to ârewardâ anyone who can risk their lives to free a saltwater crocodile of a motorcycle tyre stuck around its neck, and survive it.

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While the final reward money hasnât been announced yet, the lookout for the brave soul is already on. Once found, the person will have to face the 4-meter-long giant croc named Palu.

As attempts to free the reptile failed over the years, the conservation authorities have become more and more concerned about Paluâs well-being and therefore decided to host the competition in a desperate attempt. 

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It has been two years since Palu has been suffering from the tyre around his neck which is slowly choking him to an early end. After multiple failed rescue attempts, the authorities have reached out to the common man (or rather rescue specialists) for help.

The provinceâs governor has since stepped in and asked his conservation agency to find a guaranteed solution. However, they have also made it clear that only a skilled hunter with enough experience in rescue and conversation will be allowed to take up the task.

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Palu, who has been living with the tyre around his neck for the last two years is slowing losing this battle, and only a silver lining can save him now. 

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