Guwahati, Jan. 12 -- An ailing wild elephant has been spotted struggling for survival on the outskirts of Assam's capital city Guwahati, causing concern among local residents.
The male tusker, with a noticeable swelling on its leg, has been wandering at Kalitakuchi in the Birkuchi area on the Guwahati outskirts.
Local residents, witnessing the elephant's distress firsthand, have been providing what meager support they can.
"The elephant, likely escaping from the Amasang Wildlife Sanctuary, has been struggling here for weeks. His swollen leg hinders his movement, making it difficult to forage for food in the jungle," said Sumi Devi, a concerned villager.
Driven by hunger, the weakened elephant has been venturing into the village, seeki...
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