Panic gripped several villages in North Ghumusar in Ganjam district of Odisha, after a wild elephant, straying from the Mujagada forest area, continued to wreak havoc for the fourth consecutive day. The tusker has reportedly damaged large tracts of paddy fields, invaded farmlands, and even chased commuters on local roads, leaving residents anxious during the crucial cultivation season.

According to locals, the elephant has been frequently sighted in agricultural zones, trampling crops and causing widespread loss to farmers. On Monday evening, the animal was spotted crossing the busy Bhanjanagar–Phulbani road near Buduli, triggering chaos among passers-by and motorists.

Despite continuous efforts, Forest Department teams have struggled to drive the tusker back into the wild. Officials sai

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