Elephant herd destroys crop in Keonjhar

Prameyanews English

Published By : Prameya News Bureau | October 30, 2020 IST

Telkoi, Oct 30: A herd of around 40 elephants, which entered Purujoda village in Keonjhar district, has destroyed paddy crop in several acres of land. Locals alleged that though forest officials had alerted them, they are yet to initiate any measures to chase away the elephants. Farmers urged the forest department to assess the crop loss and adequate compensation. The fear of elephants has forced residents to remain indoors after sundown.

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