Elephant attacks cause concern in Karnataka as human deaths and conflicts continue
Friday, 22 August 2025 () Karnataka grapples with escalating human-elephant conflict, witnessing 13 deaths in the last four months and 97 since April 2023. Elephants straying from forests due to food scarcity and habitat disturbance are the primary reasons. The government is implementing measures like solar fences, railway barricades, and early warning systems, while increasing compensation for casualties to Rs 20 lakh.
Friday, 22 August 2025 ()
