Panic, damage all around as elephant runs along busy roads in Thrissur
An elephant named Sivam Lakshmi Ayyappan caused chaos in Thrissur city after breaking free and running through busy areas. The rampage resulted in damage to vehicles and properties, while residents fled in panic. The elephant was eventually brought under control, but concerns were raised regarding the handling of captive elephants in urban settings.
- ▪The elephant turned violent around 8 a.m. and ran through several busy areas, including Swaraj Round.
- ▪During its rampage, the elephant damaged multiple vehicles and properties, including uprooting trees.
- ▪The Heritage Animal Task Force lodged a complaint alleging the elephant was illegally transported and subjected to cruelty.
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Panic gripped Thrissur city on Saturday morning after a captive elephant Sivam Lakshmi Ayyappan turned violent and ran amok through several busy areas, causing widespread damage.The elephant, which was brought near the Eastern Gopura Nada of Sree Vadakkunnathan Temple, turned violent around 8 a.m. The agitated elephant broke free and ran through the Thekkinkadu Maidan. It moved past the Pooram exhibition ground and reached the busy Swaraj Round, sending pedestrians and motorists fleeing. People ran helter-skelter on crowded roads as panic spread, while vehicles were diverted to other routes.
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