Over 20 people were injured when an elephant turned violent at a religious festival in Tirur, Kerala. The elephant charged into the crowd, causing panic and a stampede. Two individuals were seriously injured, and it took hours for authorities to control the animal and restore order.
A violent incident occurred during a religious festival in Tirur, Kerala, when an elephant charged into a crowd, leaving over 20 people injured. The attack, which unfolded after a four-day celebration, saw the elephant grab a man by his leg and swing him violently, causing panic. The elephant’s sudden aggression triggered a stampede, further injuring festival-goers. Two individuals sustained serious injuries.
The chaotic scene, with hundreds of onlookers, including women and children, was captured on mobile phones. The elephant’s mahout struggled to control the animal, but it took several hours for authorities to subdue the situation. The injured victims were rushed to a nearby hospital in Kottakkal, where they received treatment. Despite the efforts to prevent further damage, the scene remained chaotic for some time.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of such festivals involving animals, as similar occurrences have been reported in the past, though this particular attack was especially severe.
