Alipurduar, 05th April: Fear of wild elephants continues to grip the tea garden areas of Kalchini block. Workers of Mechpara Tea Estate are reportedly living in constant fear due to repeated elephant intrusions.
Late Friday night, a wild elephant strayed out of the Buxa Tiger Reserve forest and entered the Mechpara Tea Estate, causing destruction in several areas including Pakka Line and Shramik Mohalla. In an attempt to chase the elephant away, locals burst crackers and made loud noises.
Forest department officials rushed to the spot after receiving information and, after sustained efforts, managed to drive the elephant back into the forest. However, the incident has left the residents of the area shaken and fearful.