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Published 14:27 IST, June 3rd 2020

Netizens share art to express anger over horrific killing of pregnant elephant in Kerala

The heartbreaking death of a pregnant elephant in Kerala who was fed pineapple filled with crackers by locals has sent shockwaves to people across the nation.

Reported by: Aanchal Nigam
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The heartbreaking death of a pregnant elephant in Kerala who was fed pineapple filled with crackers has sent shockwaves to people across the nation. While internet users are using social media to express their anger over the incident that took place in the fringe areas of the Silent Valley in Attapati, some of them even shared artworks to demand strong action against the ‘act of betrayal’. According to reports, the crackers exploded in the elephant’s mouth leaving her jaw injured and ultimately died while standing in river Velliyar.

‘Special place in hell’

The unidentified people behind the inhumane deed are being criticised by thousands on the internet. People shared posters, quotes, comics to express their anger and grief. Some of the artworks even displayed the unborn calf saying the humans are “nice” because they fed them food. 

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Updated 14:31 IST, June 3rd 2020

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