Herd of Elephants ★Photo: Amar Ujala
In Simdega district of Jharkhand, an elephant killed two women, Mariam Mundain and Kamalawati, by trampling them. Forest Range Officer Abhay Kumar stated that the incident occurred near Ekoada village in the Bano area, about 110 kilometers away from Ranchi, when the women were returning home from the village market.
The Forest Range Officer mentioned that they are monitoring the movement of elephants. When elephants separate from their herd, they become more aggressive. The Forest Department has provided immediate assistance of Rs 10,000 to each of the deceased’s families.
HTML Subheading: Incident highlights the danger of elephants in Simdega district
The tragic incident in Simdega district serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by elephants in the area. The incident occurred when two women were on their way back home from the village market. The Forest Range Officer emphasized the need to monitor the movements of elephants and provide immediate assistance to the affected families.
HTML Subheading: Elephant-human conflict continues to be a concern
The incident highlights the ongoing conflict between humans and elephants in the region. As elephants venture into human settlements, the risk of attacks increases. The Forest Department is actively working to mitigate this conflict and provide support to the affected communities.
HTML Subheading: Immediate financial assistance provided to the families
Recognizing the impact of the incident on the families of the deceased, the Forest Department has provided immediate financial assistance of Rs 10,000 to each family. This assistance aims to provide some relief and support in the aftermath of the tragic incident. The department remains vigilant in addressing the issue of elephant attacks and ensuring the safety of the local communities.
झारखंड के सिमडेगा जिले में हाथियों के एक झुंड ने महिलाओं मरियम मुंडाइन और कमलावती को कुचल कर मार डाला। ये हमला उन्हें गांव के बाजार से घर लौटते समय हुआ। वन विभाग ने मृतक के परिजनों को 10,000 रुपये की सहायता प्रदान की है।
