Mysterious Elephant Poaching in Mudumalai: An Investigation Underway

A male elephant was found dead with its tusks removed in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve in Nilgiris district. The carcass, suspected to be four months old, suggests poaching. The incident came to notice on August 5, prompting a registered case and ongoing investigation by forest officials.

A male elephant has been discovered dead under mysterious circumstances in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve area, Nilgiris district, with its tusks missing, the forest department announced on Wednesday.

Upon examination, officials determined that the elephant likely perished around four months ago, sparking suspicion of poaching for its tusks.

The unsettling discovery on August 5 has led to a formal case registration, and a thorough investigation is currently underway.

(With inputs from agencies.)