Mysore/Mysuru, May 23 -- Official negligence suspected, accountability sought

The Karnataka Lokayukta has initiated suo motu proceedings into the recent tragedy at the Dubare Elephant Camp, where a tourist and an elephant lost their lives following a violent clash between two elephants.

Taking serious note of the incident, Upa Lokayukta Justice K.N. Phaneendra observed that official negligence and lapses on the part of Forest authorities appeared to have contributed to the tragedy. He has issued notices to two Forest officials, directing them to submit a detailed report within four weeks.

The incident took place on May 18 at around 11.30 am while elephants were being bathed in the Cauvery River. Kanjan, a Dasara elephant, suddenly turn...