SaralnamaThe elephant population in Korba Forest Division has increased to 61. Ten new elephants arrived from Chal Range of Dharmjaygarh Forest Division. They damaged crops of 32 farmers. Kartala Range has the highest number of 52 elephants. A lone tusker roams in Kudmura Range. Forest teams monitor elephant movements using drones to alert villagers. Crop damage surveys are underway for affected farmers. To protect crops from elephants, farmers can use bright lights and loud noises to scare them away safely. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 13:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- The elephant population in Korba Forest Division has increased to 61
- Ten new elephants arrived from Chal Range of Dharmjaygarh Forest Division
- They damaged crops of 32 farmers