Madikeri: Deputy Commissioner Annies Kanmani Joy, on Tuesday, June 25, visited several parts of Virajpet, frequently attacked by wild elephants, and discussed the issue with the local residents.
DC Annies Kanmani Joy along with the officials of the Forest Department, Revenue Department and local residents inspected Birunani, Parakatageri, Teraalu, Kurchi, Manchalli and Srimangala, the areas affected by wild elephant attacks.
The local residents explained the hardships they are facing due to wild animal attacks to the DC. The DC after discussing the issue with the Forest Department officials, directed them to take necessary action to stop wild animal attacks in future.