📷 Image: Wikimedia Commons / Leelambars
Crime
Tusker carcass discovered in Jashpur forest range, probe underway
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 03:37 AM
👁 11
A dead tusker was found in the Jashpur forest range of Chhattisgarh, and officials have opened an investigation into the cause of death.
Forest officials in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district reported the discovery of a dead tusker deep within the forest range early this week. The massive animal was found lying on the forest floor, prompting immediate attention from the district forest department and local police.
The cause of death is currently unknown. A team of wildlife veterinarians has been called to conduct a post-mortem examination, while police are collecting forensic evidence to determine whether the death resulted from natural causes, poaching, or other human interference.
Jashpur's forested hills are home to a dwindling population of wild elephants, making each loss a matter of concern for conservationists. Authorities have urged the public to cooperate with the investigation and to report any suspicious activity in the area.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have said they will release further details as soon as the forensic analysis is completed.
The cause of death is currently unknown. A team of wildlife veterinarians has been called to conduct a post-mortem examination, while police are collecting forensic evidence to determine whether the death resulted from natural causes, poaching, or other human interference.
Jashpur's forested hills are home to a dwindling population of wild elephants, making each loss a matter of concern for conservationists. Authorities have urged the public to cooperate with the investigation and to report any suspicious activity in the area.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have said they will release further details as soon as the forensic analysis is completed.