India: Seven Elephants Killed in Passenger Train Collision
India: At least seven elephants were killed after being struck by a passenger train while attempting to cross a railway line, officials confirmed.The herd, estimated at around 100 wild elephants, was spotted by the train driver in time to deploy emergency brakes, but authorities say it was too late to prevent the collision.The incident highlights…
India: At least seven elephants were killed after being struck by a passenger train while attempting to cross a railway line, officials confirmed.
The herd, estimated at around 100 wild elephants, was spotted by the train driver in time to deploy emergency brakes, but authorities say it was too late to prevent the collision.
The incident highlights the ongoing human-wildlife conflict in India, where railway lines and highways often intersect with elephant habitats, posing risks to both wildlife and human safety.
Local authorities are investigating measures to prevent similar incidents in the future, including early-warning systems and wildlife corridors along railway tracks.
