Man killed in elephant attack in Kolar; Villagers protest against forest officials Vartha Bharati April 14, 2024 See link <https://english.varthabharati.in/karnataka/man-killed-in-elephant-attack-in-kolar-villagers-protest-against-forest-officials> for photo. In an incident that occurred in the Bangarapet Kamasamudram police station area of Kolar, a farmer lost his life after being attacked by an elephant early on Sunday morning. The deceased, identified as Narayanappa (45) from Polenahalli, Kolar district, was reportedly walking towards Kamasamudram village to fetch vegetables when he was attacked by an elephant along the way. This incident marks the second fatal elephant attack in a week, following the death of a man from Tamil Nadu who was trampled to death by an elephant near a temple. Expressing their outrage against the forest officials for their alleged failure to control the forest and prevent such attacks, villagers gathered at the scene to protest. They voiced their concerns about the recurring incidents of deaths due to elephant attacks in the area. The protestors have vowed to continue their protest until the Deputy Commissioner arrives at the scene. Forest officer Srilakshmi has visited the site to assess the situation. https://english.varthabharati.in/karnataka/man-killed-in-elephant-attack-in-kolar-villagers-protest-against-forest-officials#google_vignette