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Elephants cross West Bengal highway safely as forest staff halt traffic
✍️ India Today
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 07:46 PM
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Forest personnel stopped vehicles on a West Bengal highway, allowing a herd of elephants to cross without disturbance.
A group of elephants moved across a busy highway in West Bengal earlier today. Forest department staff stationed along the road ensured that motor vehicles were kept at a distance, preventing any potential conflict between traffic and the wildlife. Their proactive measures allowed the animals to cross the thoroughfare calmly and without incident.
According to on‑site observations, the forest team maintained a clear zone around the crossing point, signalling drivers to wait until the herd had fully traversed the road. No reports of injuries or vehicle damage were recorded.
The incident highlights the importance of coordinated efforts between wildlife authorities and road users in regions where animal corridors intersect with major transport routes. Authorities continue to monitor such crossings to safeguard both human and animal safety.
According to on‑site observations, the forest team maintained a clear zone around the crossing point, signalling drivers to wait until the herd had fully traversed the road. No reports of injuries or vehicle damage were recorded.
The incident highlights the importance of coordinated efforts between wildlife authorities and road users in regions where animal corridors intersect with major transport routes. Authorities continue to monitor such crossings to safeguard both human and animal safety.