Radio-Collared Elephant E-5 Swims 5km Across Bansagar Backwaters To Return To Maihar

Times of India · environment

Radio-collared elephant E-5 has once again swum over 5km across the Bansagar dam backwaters to return to Maihar, retracing a route it previously took. The tusker has been exploring the Maihar landscape for days, moving through various villages and hills. Forest officials are closely monitoring E-5's movements and alerting local residents due to past incidents of human-elephant conflict. The elephant had previously caused damage and a farmer's death in September. Its return raises concerns about potential conflict as it navigates populated areas.