Visuals showed how the elephant was first discovered and then given sedatives by experts. The distressed elephant was then with the help of ropes and machines transported to a truck to rescue by the forest rangers and rescue team members. After a lot of effort, the elephant was finally left free in his natural habitat.

Speaking to Newslions Media, Forest Range Officer of Guwahati, Mr. Pranjal Baruah mentioned how the elephant had journeyed through various areas, including Chapori, Ramsing Chapori, and Nilachal Hills, before being spotted in the Bongsi Bagan area of Kamakhya on July 26, where it caused minor damage before retreating into the jungle.

A joint team from multiple forest ranges and the Jalukbari police, led by Pranjal Baruah and supported by the District Administration, monitored the elephant’s movements to ensure safety. Attempts to sedate the elephant on July 27, 29, and 31 were unsuccessful due to challenging terrain.

On August 4, after ten hours of effort, the Assam State Zoo rescue team, led by Forest Veterinary Officer Dr. Pranab Das, successfully tranquilized the elephant. The operation concluded on August 5 with the elephant being safely transported and released into the Rani Reserve Forest in the Kamrup East Division. The rescue team included members of the Assam State Zoo and various forest and police officials.

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