Daijiworld Media Network - Sullia (MS)
Sullia, Apr 29: Mandekolu village of the taluk is witnessing the continued onslaught of a herd of elephants which has caused extensive damage to the crops.
For the past 10 days, areas of Devaragunda, Kenaje, Kajala and Akkappadi of Mandekolu village have witnessed a herd of pachyderms roaming and destroying whatever comes in their way.
On the evening of Wednesday, April 28, a herd of seven elephants including the calves were seen around the Parappe hanging bridge near the Payaswini river. Villagers are scared to venture out as their trumpeting can be heard even near their houses. Crops like banana, areca nut, coconut and cocoa have received extensive damage.
When the herd is chased they go a little further from the Payaswini river into the forest but return in a little while. Some pedestrians and vehicle riders have also come across this herd. This issue has been there in Mandekolu village for many years. A permanent solution is just a dream at present for the villagers of this area.