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Elephant Seen Foraging in Plastic Waste in Karnataka, Video Sparks Concern
🗓 19 Jun 2026, 12:32 AM
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A video showing an elephant searching for food amidst plastic waste near the Male Mahadeshwara Temple in Karnataka has surfaced, drawing widespread criticism.
A distressing video has emerged from Karnataka, showing an elephant rummaging through a large pile of plastic waste, apparently in search of food. The incident is reported to have occurred near the renowned Male Mahadeshwara Temple.
The footage is believed to have been captured following a significant gathering of devotees at the temple for an Amavasya observance. During such large religious events, substantial amounts of garbage are often left behind.
The visual of the animal interacting with the plastic dump has ignited public concern and outrage, with many expressing sorrow over the impact of human waste on wildlife.
The footage is believed to have been captured following a significant gathering of devotees at the temple for an Amavasya observance. During such large religious events, substantial amounts of garbage are often left behind.
The visual of the animal interacting with the plastic dump has ignited public concern and outrage, with many expressing sorrow over the impact of human waste on wildlife.