Tragic Train Collision Claims Lives of Seven Elephants in Assam
A high-speed passenger train in India tragically collided with a herd of elephants in Assam, resulting in the deaths of seven elephants. The incident, which occurred as the elephants were crossing the railway tracks, has raised concerns about the dangers posed to wildlife by railway operations in the region. This latest collision is part of a concerning trend, with dozens of elephant deaths reported on the railways over the past decade. Authorities are now seeking reports on this incident and calling for improved measures to prevent similar accidents in the future.
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