<p>Pathanamthitta (Kerala): A five-year-old elephant calf, a popular attraction at the Konni jumbo training centre, was found dead in its enclosure on Wednesday morning, forest department sources said.</p>.<p>The calf, named Kochayappan, was reportedly healthy until Tuesday and had been cooperating well with his routine training, they added.</p>.<p>There were no known health issues, and the cause of death will be confirmed only after a post-mortem examination, sources further said.</p>.<p>Kochayappan's playful nature and adorable mannerisms had made him a favourite, especially among children visiting the shelter.</p>.<p>The calf was brought to Konni in 2021. </p>
<p>Pathanamthitta (Kerala): A five-year-old elephant calf, a popular attraction at the Konni jumbo training centre, was found dead in its enclosure on Wednesday morning, forest department sources said.</p>.<p>The calf, named Kochayappan, was reportedly healthy until Tuesday and had been cooperating well with his routine training, they added.</p>.<p>There were no known health issues, and the cause of death will be confirmed only after a post-mortem examination, sources further said.</p>.<p>Kochayappan's playful nature and adorable mannerisms had made him a favourite, especially among children visiting the shelter.</p>.<p>The calf was brought to Konni in 2021. </p>