Jhapa, Nov. 17 -- A herd of wild elephants that entered Jhapa district through Morang has been located in the forest area of the Ratuwamai Plantation Project in Shivasatakshi, according to the Division Forest Office, Jhapa.

Authorities have been issuing alerts through loudspeakers and intensifying patrols in northern settlements after the elephants-moving in a group of 25-30 including calves-were confirmed in the area.

Forest Office chief Bharat Babu Shrestha said the herd reached the Shivasatakshi forest on Saturday and has not crossed east towards the Kankai river nor moved westward.

"The elephants are roaming around the forests near the Shivasatakshi Dham area. We are working to ensure safety for both humans and elephants. Our field...