Chikkamagaluru: A protest is being held condemning the death of two people in a wild elephant attack. The protest is being carried out by the villagers of Kerekatte in Sringeri taluk. The villagers are protesting by blocking the road leading to Sringeri at Kerekatte village.Also Read: Justice Suryakant Appointed as New Chief Justice – To Take Charge on November 24

The wild elephant had attacked BJP leader Harish and a person named Umesh, and both have succumbed to the elephant attack. The wild elephant suddenly attacked when they had gone behind their house to fetch leaves. The angry villagers are protesting against the forest officials, stating that such incidents are repeatedly occurring, yet the Forest Department is not taking any action.Also Read: Bribery Case: PC, PSI suspended for dereliction of duty; Government moves towards strict action!

During the protest, the villagers are shouting slogans against the Forest Department and expressing their outrage. The villagers have insisted that they will not move the bodies until the Forest Minister comes to the spot. The protest is currently underway condemning the wild elephant attack. The protest is being conducted by the villagers of Kerekatte in Chikkamagaluru.SGF11 Women's Kanjivaram Pure Soft Silk Saree With Unstitched Blouse Piece