Assam: Wild elephant electrocuted after coming in contact with transformer in Sonitpur's Chariduar
A wild elephant died after coming into contact with a transformer in Sonitpur's Chariduar on June 18. The incident has again drawn attention to conflict around forest fringes, where elephants enter settlements in search of food.
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India TodayNE
- Jun 19, 2026,
- Updated Jun 19, 2026, 9:08 AM IST
Story highlights
- The animal reportedly left Balipara Reserve Forest searching for food overnight
- It came into contact with power infrastructure at Chariduar during movement
- Officials reached the site after receiving information and began formal procedures
A wild elephant died after being electrocuted in Assam's Sonitpur district on June 18.
According to reports, the elephant had strayed out of the Balipara Reserve Forest in search of food during the night when it came into contact with a transformer at Chariduar.
The animal reportedly suffered a fatal electric shock and died on the spot.
Forest officials reached the area after being informed of the incident and initiated necessary procedures. The exact circumstances leading to the electrocution are being investigated.
The incident has once again highlighted the growing human-elephant conflict in areas adjoining forest habitats, where elephants frequently venture into human settlements in search of food.
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