Saralnama, a 65-year-old farmer died in an elephant attack near Barnawapara Sanctuary, Balodabazar district. Kankuram Thakur was going to his field when a wild elephant crushed him at DK Junction near Hardi forest village. Villagers accused the forest department of negligence, claiming they failed to issue timely warnings about elephant movement. They demanded compensation and steps to prevent such incidents. Officials said they would increase patrols to monitor elephant activity. This attack highlights the serious issue of human-wildlife conflict in the area. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 13:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 25 Oct 2023, a 65-year-old farmer died in an elephant attack near Barnawapara Sanctuary, Balodabazar district
- Kankuram Thakur was going to his field when a wild elephant crushed him at DK Junction near Hardi forest village
- Villagers accused the forest department of negligence, claiming they failed to issue timely warnings about elephant movement