Bhubaneswar, March 23 -- Panic has spread across parts of Boudh following the movement of a tusker that entered human settlements, leaving residents fearful. The incident was reported late on Sunday night when the elephant strayed into Subalaya village under the Boudh forest division, triggering alarm among villagers.

Locals managed to drive the animal away from the village, after which it moved towards Bharatapur. According to available information, the tusker is currently inside the Rambhikata Bijulimara forest, with forest officials closely monitoring its movement.

The elephant's movement has caused damage in the area, with reports of crops belonging to several farmers being destroyed. In addition, the tusker has also damaged a motor...