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His calls for help went unheard, but he was able to contact friends and relatives on his mobile.
Officials from forest department's rescue team arrived at the spot and captured the tiger using a net.
Residents noticed the tusker walking with difficulty and informed the forest officials.
The Forest Department launched “Operation Rolex,” noting that allowing the elephant to continue roaming near villages would endanger lives.
Once declared vermin, such animals can be killed without restriction, and their meat can even be consumed.
Tarique, along with the seized logs, was handed over to the Kakkayam Forest Station for further action.
Wild tusker in Gudalur created havoc by entering the town twice, damaging vehicles and causing fear among residents.
In a public apology circulated by the forest department as a warning to other selfie enthusiasts, Basavaraj urged people never to stop their vehicles or step out in forest areas to photograph wildlife.
The project has received administrative sanction of ₹85.68 crore.
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