Obituary – Death – Cause of death News : An Asian elephant tragically passed away while undergoing treatment at Dulahazara Safari Park in Cox’s Bazar after being struck by a train in Lohagara upazila, Chattogram. The female elephant, estimated to be around 8-10 years old, had been rescued and shifted to the park for treatment following a collision with a train on the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar rail line. The incident occurred near the Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary, resulting in severe injuries to the elephant’s spine and legs.
According to Rafiqul Islam Chowdhury, the divisional forest officer, preliminary investigations suggest that the elephant entered the tracks through a gap in the safety wall near the rail line. This heartbreaking incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by wildlife in areas where human infrastructure intersects with natural habitats.
The loss of this elephant serves as a reminder of the importance of wildlife conservation efforts and the need for increased awareness and precautions to prevent such tragic accidents in the future. As a community, it is crucial to take steps to protect and preserve the natural habitats of these majestic creatures to ensure their survival for future generations to come.
Our hearts go out to the dedicated individuals who worked tirelessly to rescue and care for the injured elephant, as well as to all those who are deeply saddened by this unfortunate event. May this serve as a wake-up call to prioritize the well-being and safety of wildlife in our shared environment.
Train-hit elephant dies at safari park
What happened to the Asian elephant injured in Chattogram?
An Asian elephant, injured after being struck by a train in Lohagara upazila, Chattogram, died yesterday while undergoing treatment at Dulahazara Safari Park in Cox’s Bazar. The female elephant, believed to be around 8-10 years old, had been rescued and shifted to the park for treatment after being severely injured in a collision with a Chattogram-bound Cox’s Bazar Special Train on the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar rail line on Sunday night, said Rafiqul Islam Chowdhury, divisional forest officer.
It sustained injuries to its spine and legs when it was struck near the Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary. “Preliminary investigations indicate it entered the tracks through a gap in the safety wall near the rail line,” said Rafiqul.
How severe were the injuries sustained by the elephant?
The injuries sustained by the Asian elephant were severe, affecting its spine and legs. The collision with the train near the Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary caused significant harm to the animal, leading to its unfortunate demise while undergoing treatment at the Dulahazara Safari Park in Cox’s Bazar.
What were the initial findings regarding the accident?
According to preliminary investigations, the Asian elephant entered the tracks through a gap in the safety wall near the rail line. This suggests a potential lapse in the safety measures in place to protect wildlife in the area, leading to the tragic incident that resulted in the death of the elephant.
Sources: The Daily Star