Odisha forest officials have decided to preserve skeletal remains of tusker 'Ramu' that died due to electrocution. Pics/PTI
Updated On: 2026-03-29 03:35 PM IST
Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
The elephant belonged to the Chandaka-Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary and had died in August 2024
Authorities are now preparing its remains for public display
According to forest officials, Ramu died due to electrocution, a recurring concern in human-wildlife conflict zones
The incident had raised questions about safety measures in areas where elephants frequently move near human settlements
Experts are carefully cleaning and preserving the skeleton to ensure it remains intact for educational and conservation purposes