Mysuru, Oct. 8 -- "If our habitat is lost, we will be forced to enter your towns; If our living spaces are protected, nature's balance will remain intact; We are not your enemies, but guardians of ecological harmony."

These messages were displayed on the Dasara elephants as the Forest Department used the occasion to raise awareness about wildlife conservation and the need to protect natural habitats.

The Mysuru Wildlife Division of the Forest Department organised the awareness campaign as part of the 72nd National Wildlife Week, observed from Oct. 2 to 8, with the theme 'Habitat Connectivity for Wildlife Development'.

Led by Abhimanyu, the 13-member elephant team took to the Jumboo Savari rehearsal route with conservation messages disp...