A woman was rescued from a deep well in southern India's Tamil Nadu state on September 27.

The rescue operation was carried out in Kalipalayam village in Tiruppur.

The video shows the two fire department team members being lowered into the well to rescue the woman.

A lifebuoy was also used to keep her afloat in the well, which was estimated as being around 70 feet (21 metres) deep.

Local reports said the woman had gone near the well to check the water level, but fell in.

The neighbours heard her screams and called the fire department.

After the rescue she was rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

Locals have asked officials to put a safety grille over the top of the well to prevent such accidents.

A woman was rescued from a 70-foot-deep well in southern India's Tamil Nadu on September 27.

The rescue operation was carried out in Kalipalayam village in Tiruppur.

The video shows the two fire department team members being lowered into the well to rescue the woman.

A lifebuoy was also used to keep her afloat in the deep well.

Thick ropes can be seen being used to pull out the lady from the well.

According to the reports, the woman had gone near the well to check the level of water in well and fell inside the well accidentally.

The neighbours on hearing the women screaming for help.

Immediately called the fire department officials who came and rescued the woman.

She was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

The people have asked the officials to close the upper part of the well with a safety grill, for the safety of the people in the locality.