Wild elephant electrocuted on private agricultural land in Kerala

Wild elephant electrocuted on private agricultural land in Kerala  The Hindu

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Wild elephant electrocuted on private agricultural land in Kerala

Wild elephant electrocuted on private agricultural land in Kerala

Wild Elephant Electrocuted on Private Agricultural Land in Kerala

A wild elephant met a tragic end due to electrocution on a private agricultural land in Kerala on April 28 (Sunday), according to forest officials.

Incident Details

  • The incident occurred in the Ammaani area under the South Wayanad Forest Division.
  • It is suspected that the male elephant suffered electrocution when the electric line fell on it while uprooting a huge coconut tree.
  • The age of the elephant could only be ascertained after the postmortem.
  • The carcass of the elephant was lifted using cranes and transported to a deep forest area for postmortem and burial.
  • The incident came to light when the property owner went out to investigate the reason for the power cut.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. Goal 15: Life on Land – This incident highlights the need to protect and conserve wildlife, particularly elephants, to ensure their survival and prevent such tragic incidents.
  2. Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – It is important for private landowners to ensure the safety of wildlife by taking necessary precautions, such as properly maintaining electric lines and trees.
  3. Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – This incident emphasizes the importance of ensuring the safety and reliability of electric infrastructure to prevent accidents like electrocution.