Kannur, March 5 -- A seriously injured wild elephant that strayed into a residential area at Karikkottakary in Kerala's Kannur district was tranquilised for treatment on Wednesday.

A veterinary team from the Forest Department, led by Dr Ajesh Mohandas, administered the tranquiliser after assessing the animal's condition.

The elephant, which has a broken jaw and is unable to eat or drink, will receive urgent medical care.

Earlier, the District Collector had imposed a prohibitory order in three wards of Ayyankunnu Grama Panchayat after the elephant was sighted in residential areas.

The restrictions, enforced from 10 a.m. on March 5 to 6 p.m. on March 6, aimed to prevent public gatherings and ensure safety. Violators were warned of actio...