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Person killed in elephant attack in Bengaluru; ₹20 lakh compensation announced for family

Person killed in elephant attack in Bengaluru; ₹20 lakh compensation announced for family
Image: Vijaya Karnataka

A person was killed in an elephant attack in Bengaluru. The incident occurred in Anchepalya, near Kengeri in the city. The government has announced ₹20 lakh compensation for the deceased's family. Forest Minister Ramalinga Reddi visited the family and offered condolences. An operation has begun to capture the lone elephant, with 100 personnel deployed for the operation.

Originally reported by Vijaya Karnataka Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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