Assam: Wild elephant destroys house in Kathalguri, Forest officials yet to respond

A wild elephant caused extensive damage to a house in Kathalguri during the night, sparking fear among local residents.

The house belonged to a woman named Lakhi Munda, who reported that the elephant went on a rampage, destroying much of her home.

Despite immediate efforts by locals to alert the forest department, no officials have arrived at the scene as of the time of reporting. This delay has led to frustration and concern among residents, who fear further elephant incursions.

The incident has highlighted ongoing issues of human-wildlife conflict in the region, where wild elephants frequently stray into populated areas in search of food.

Locals are now urging authorities to take swift action to prevent future occurrences and ensure the safety of the community.