Dasara elephant Ashwatthama dies allegedly due to electrocution
Mysuru (Karnataka), Jun 11: Dasara elephant 'Ashwatthama', died due to alleged electrocution in the early hours of Tuesday, official sources said.
The thirty-eight-year-old elephant allegedly came in contact with the solar fencing amid rainfall at the Bhimanakatte elephant camp of Nagarahole Tiger Reserve (NTR) in Hunsur taluk here, they said.
The elephant was cremated, after a post-mortem was conducted in the presence of senior officials and veterinarians.
Ashwatthama was rescued from Sakleshpur taluk in Hassan district in 2017. He participated in the famous Dasara Jumbo Savari procession held at the Mysore Palace premises in 2021, during the pandemic, and also in 2022.
Condoling Ashwatthama's death, Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre said the elephant reportedly fell on the solar electric fence and died, and officials have been directed to inquire into the death and submit a report.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah too has expressed grief over Ashwatthama's death.
"The death of Ashwatthama, the elephant who participated in the Mysuru Dasara and won the appreciation of millions of people, is painful. Due to his calm nature and solemnity, he soon became a part of the world famous Dasara, serving mother (Goddess) Chamundeshwari. Ashwatthama's memory will remain forever in our hearts," he posted on 'X'.
ಮೈಸೂರು ದಸರಾದಲ್ಲಿ ಪಾಲ್ಗೊಂಡು ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಜನರ ಮೆಚ್ಚುಗೆ ಗಳಿಸಿದ್ದ ಆನೆ ಅಶ್ವತ್ಥಾಮನ ಸಾವು ನೋವುಂಟುಮಾಡಿದೆ. ತನ್ನ ಶಾಂತ ಸ್ವಭಾವ ಮತ್ತು ಗಾಂಭೀರ್ಯದಿಂದಾಗಿ ಬಹುಬೇಗನೇ ವಿಶ್ವವಿಖ್ಯಾತ ದಸರಾದ ಭಾಗವಾಗಿ ತಾಯಿ ಚಾಮುಂಡೇಶ್ವರಿಯ ಸೇವೆಗೈದಿದ್ದ.
— Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) June 11, 2024
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Mohammed Zubair criticises ANI's selective reporting, says idol vandalism in BJP-ruled state ignored
New Delhi: Alt News co-founder and fact-checker Mohammed Zubair has accused news agency ANI of selective reporting, pointing out its focus on an idol vandalism case in Hyderabad while allegedly ignoring a similar incident in Lucknow. Zubair stated, "Yesterday, there were two incidents of idol vandalism: one in Lucknow and another in Hyderabad. Interestingly, ANI reported on the Hyderabad case, even securing a video byte from BJP opposition members, but did not cover the incident in BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh, where the accused remains at large."
In Hyderabad, a man named Krishnaiah Goud was arrested by the Begum Bazaar police for allegedly vandalising a Durga idol at Numaish Grounds. The incident occurred during a Dandiya program early Thursday morning. The accused, who is reportedly mentally disturbed, was arrested in the Feelkhana area later that evening. DCP Central Akshansh Yadav confirmed that two cases were registered—one against Goud and another against the event organisers for inadequate security. He also clarified that the incident had no communal motive.
In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, an idol of goddess Durga was vandalised at the Mari Mata temple in Neelmatha on October 10. The miscreants damaged the idol’s hand, with the act discovered by the temple priest during preparations for the morning puja. Police have registered a case and are working to identify the culprits. Local authorities, including ACP Abhay Pratap Mall, assured that the situation is under control, and a new idol has been installed.
Here's how @smitaprakash's Propaganda news agency works.
— Mohammed Zubair (@zoo_bear) October 12, 2024
Yesterday, There were two incidents of Idol Vandalism. One in Lucknow and another in Hyderabad.
Interestingly, Propaganda News Agency @ANI reported on vandalism in Hyderabad. Not just reported, but managed to get a Video… pic.twitter.com/DwYSi1LLa0
