<p>According to forest department officials, the 20-year-old elephant attempted to enter the field of Chikkasiddashetty by crossing the fence. <br /><br />The land owner had illegally drawn power to the fence to prevent elephants from entering the field.<br /><br />Forest department staff rushed to the spot. Dr Niranjan, a veterinarian is treating the animal. The department has put up a temporary pandal by using thin plastic sheets to provide shade to the injured jumbo.<br /><br />Deputy Conservator of Forest Dr Hanumanthappa, Omkara division Forest Officer Santoshkumar visited the spot.</p>
<p>According to forest department officials, the 20-year-old elephant attempted to enter the field of Chikkasiddashetty by crossing the fence. <br /><br />The land owner had illegally drawn power to the fence to prevent elephants from entering the field.<br /><br />Forest department staff rushed to the spot. Dr Niranjan, a veterinarian is treating the animal. The department has put up a temporary pandal by using thin plastic sheets to provide shade to the injured jumbo.<br /><br />Deputy Conservator of Forest Dr Hanumanthappa, Omkara division Forest Officer Santoshkumar visited the spot.</p>
