Elephant movement across several parts of Odisha's Mayurbhanj district has intensified during the paddy harvesting season, leaving farmers anxious and disrupting agricultural activities. The latest incident occurred at Pingudi Baincha village under Sanamanida panchayat in the Rasgovindpur Range, where a farmer abandoned his field and ran for safety after an elephant suddenly emerged from nearby bushes.

Frequent Sightings Near Villages

Reports indicate a rise in elephant disturbances across multiple ranges, particularly in Morada and Rasgovindpur blocks, with herds frequently venturing close to human settlements. Forest Department personnel reached Pingudi Baincha after receiving alerts and monitored the tusker’s movement to prevent any untoward incident.

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