Team Goemkarponn
PERNEM: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced that the wild elephant “Omkar,” currently straying in Pernem taluka, will be safely relocated with the support of forest authorities from Goa, Maharashtra, and Karnataka.
Dr. Sawant said that a coordinated effort is already underway to guide the elephant back to its natural habitat and ensure the safety of both the animal and villagers. “We are working with the neighbouring states’ forest departments to relocate Omkar. The process will be carried out without causing harm,” the Chief Minister assured.
The elephant, separated from its herd for several weeks, has caused significant damage to banana, coconut, and paddy plantations in villages along the Goa-Maharashtra border, leaving farmers distressed. Addressing their concerns, Dr. Sawant promised timely relief. “All affected farmers will be compensated in every possible way,” he said.
Forest teams have been monitoring the elephant’s movement closely and taking precautionary measures to prevent further crop losses and avoid untoward incidents.
