Wild Elephant Attack Claims Life of 65‑Year‑Old Woman in Angul
Angul, Odisha: A tragic incident unfolded in Kusumpat village under Nandapur Panchayat when a rogue elephant attacked 65‑year‑old Pramila Sahu early Thursday morning.
She had ventured into a mango orchard around 4:30 am to collect mangoes when the elephant charged, leaving her critically injured with a fractured leg.
Local residents immediately alerted forest officials, who rushed to the spot and shifted her to Angul District Headquarters Hospital. Despite medical intervention, she succumbed to her injuries.
The incident has sparked fear among villagers, who report frequent elephant incursions in the Karatpata section of Angul Forest Division.
Forest authorities have assured intensified patrols in vulnerable areas and urged residents to avoid forested zones during early morning hours.
Wildlife experts highlight that human‑elephant conflict is escalating across Odisha, with Angul district witnessing repeated encounters.
The tragedy underscores the urgent need for stronger mitigation measures to protect both villagers and wildlife.
