Tribal farmer killed in wild elephant attack in Idukki in Keralam
A 47‑year‑old tribal farmer named Vijayan was killed when an elephant attacked him in the Idukki district of Kerala. The incident occurred near the Panthadikkalam settlement, where Vijayan lived. Authorities responded to the scene, and the attack highlighted the ongoing risks of human‑elephant encounters in the region. The local forest department has increased patrols in the area, and residents are urged to during elephant activity.