North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: Man-Elephant Conflict has become a serious problem in the rural areas of Latehar district. According to the latest report of 6 March 2026, a villager was attacked by a wild elephant when he was near his house or towards the forest. The elephant brutally killed him.
Key Updates
Incident and Panic: After this incident that took place in Bhandar Tola of Chandwa, there is an atmosphere of anger and fear among the villagers. People allege that the forest department has failed to keep elephants away from residential areas.
Forest Department action: As soon as information about the incident was received, the Forest Department team reached the spot. The department informed the relatives of the deceased Ex-gratia assistance amount of ₹40,000 Has provided. Officials have assured that the remaining compensation amount will also be given soon after the completion of the paper process.
Compensation provision: According to the rules of Jharkhand government, in case of death due to wild animal attack, the family members have to pay a total compensation of Rs. ₹4 lakh Compensation is given. An amount of ₹40,000 is given on the spot for the last rites and immediate needs.
Growing Crisis
Elephant Corridor: Herds of elephants in the areas around Latehar and Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) are often moving towards villages in search of food.
Loss of crops: Along with compensation, the villagers are also demanding compensation for the loss of crops and houses. So far this year, many people have lost their lives in elephant attacks in Latehar.
demand of villagers
The head of Malhan Panchayat and local villagers have demanded from the government that:
to drive away elephants Quick Response Team (QRT) Should be kept deployed at all times.
The affected families should be given government jobs or long-term assistance.
An alarm system should be installed to give real-time information about the movement of elephants.
