Elephant Herd Invades Jalpaiguri Village for Potatoes, Spreading Panic

• A herd of approximately 15 elephants, including calves, entered Bala Sundar village in Dhupguri block, Jalpaiguri.
• The elephants were reportedly lured into the residential area by the presence of potato fields.
• The herd crossed the Dudua River and the Dhupguri-Falakata border to reach the village.
• Forest department officials are on site, monitoring the situation and plan to guide the elephants back to the forest after dark.
• This incident is part of a recurring pattern of elephants entering residential areas in the state in search of food.

Why It Matters: A large elephant herd, attracted by potatoes, caused panic in a Jalpaiguri village, prompting forest intervention.