Kushalnagar, May 21 -- APCCF reviews camp infrastructure, visitor management practices, safety protocols

Following the tragic incident at Kodagu's Dubare Elephant Camp that claimed the lives of a woman tourist from Chennai and camp elephant Jai Marthanda, senior Forest officials have launched a detailed investigation and initiated major safety reforms at the popular eco-tourism destination.

Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests - APCCF (Vigilance) - Manoj Kumar Tripathi and Madikeri Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF) Abhishek, accompanied by Dubare Range Forest Officer (RFO) Rakshith, visited the camp yesterday for an extensive inspection.

Authorities have decided to keep the camp closed to tourists for at least 15 days wh...