Human activities have caused 1,653 elephant deaths in India since 2009, driven by habitat loss, infrastructure expansion, and escalating human-wildlife conflicts.
The study was carried out by Kerala Agricultural University
Jun 07, 2026
01:44 pm
What's the storyA recent study has revealed that human activities have led to the deaths of at least 1,653 elephants in India between 2009 and 2024.
The research was carried out by scientists from Kerala Agricultural University and other institutions.
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