Keralam Forest dept begins operation to tranquillise, capture elephant ‘KM-1’ at Aralam
Kerala’s forest department has launched an operation to tranquilise and capture an elephant identified as KM‑1 in the Aralam region. The move follows a prohibitory order restricting movement in certain parts of Aralam after the animal was reported causing damage. Officials aim to safely relocate the elephant while minimizing further conflict with local communities nearby villages.