Thiruvananthapuram, Feb. 13 -- Two elephant tusks worth approximately Rs 2 crore have been reported stolen from the Pangode Army Camp in Thiruvananthapuram, said the officials.

The tusks were taken from the Officers' Mess inside the camp premises.

According to the officials, based on a complaint filed by Subaidar Vinod GS, the Poojappura Police have registered a case and launched an investigation. The case has been booked under Sections BNS 331(4) and 305(e).

Preliminary assessments indicate the theft occurred after a DJ party at the camp the previous day.

According to official records, the elephant tusks had been handed over to the Army by the government in 1929.

Police are continuing their inquiry to identify those responsible and ...