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Temple Tragedy: Elephant Flings Assistant Into Air
26 Feb
Summary
- An elephant attacked a mahout assistant during a temple ritual.
- The assistant was violently thrown into the air by the elephant's trunk.
- The injured assistant is receiving hospital treatment for his wounds.

A dramatic event unfolded at the Annamada Mahadeva Temple in Kerala's Thrissur district, casting a shadow over a religious observance. During the ceremonial mounting of the deity, an elephant unexpectedly attacked a 26-year-old mahout assistant named Vivek.
The elephant reportedly seized Vivek by the leg, lifting him before violently hurling him into the air. The shocking scene was captured on visuals, illustrating the force of the animal's actions.
As a result of the attack, Vivek sustained injuries. He was immediately transported to a local hospital where he is currently receiving medical treatment for his wounds.




