Assam: 18 elephants killed in lightning strikes in Nagaon district

At least 18 elephants were found dead in Assam’s Nagaon district. Reports suggest that the cause of death was electrocution by lightning. The incident happened on Wednesday night, as per reports. Forest and other officials to visit the area and conduct post-mortem. Assam forest minister, P Suklabaidya. “After thunderstorm, 18 elephants were found dead. Reports suggest death due to electrocution by lightning. We will visit the area and conduct a post-mortem.”