Wild Elephants Terrorize Bahundangi, Nepal Residents
Summary
Wild elephants from India are terrorizing residents in Bahundangi, Jhapa, disrupting farming and schooling as authorities struggle to manage the conflict amid damaged border fencing and habitat loss.
Key Points
- Wild elephants including calves have been gathering daily in Bahundangi, Jhapa, causing fear among residents.
- Elephant presence has disrupted local farming activities and prevented children from going to school due to safety concerns.
- Local authorities including police and youths are attempting to drive elephants back but these efforts are only short-term solutions.
- Long-term resolution requires cross-border cooperation between Nepal and India and maintenance of elephant corridors and electric fencing.
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