Wild elephant found dead in Morigaon’s Kholaghat; poaching suspected

A wild elephant was found dead in the Kholaghat area of Morigaon district, Assam, where local authorities suspect the animal was a victim of illegal poaching. The Forest Department discovered the carcass within the Morigaon district. Officials stated that the death is currently under investigation due to the suspicion of poaching activity in the region. The department has not yet confirmed the exact cause of death but mentioned that they are looking for evidence of foul play. Forest officials said the death of the wild elephant is a concern for conservation efforts in Assam. The department plans to conduct a thorough probe into the incident to identify anyone responsible for the act. Authorities added that they would continue to monitor the Kholaghat area for any further signs of poachers or threats to wildlife. No specific date for the discovery was provided. This investigation aims to determine if the animal was killed for its tusks or other parts.