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Wild Elephant Attacks Car in Munnar, Passengers Narrowly Escape
Wild Elephant 'Padayappa' Attacks Vehicle
In a tense incident in Vaguvarai, Munnar, Kerala, India, a wild elephant known as 'Padayappa' attacked a car carrying passengers. The video shows the elephant approaching the rear of the vehicle, attempting to lift it with its trunk, and striking it with its tusks. The car's rear was partially damaged during the assault, but the driver's quick actions allowed the vehicle to escape the dangerous situation.
Driver's Quick Thinking and Traffic Disruption
The driver of the attacked car managed to reverse swiftly when the elephant momentarily pulled back, allowing them to flee the scene. The elephant continued to pursue the car aggressively for a short distance before the vehicle successfully got away. The incident caused a temporary traffic block in the area, with other motorists honking their horns in an attempt to drive the elephant away. This event highlights the growing human-wildlife conflict in the region.
*Source: YouTube: NDTV (2026-03-23)*
