Elephant turns restless during religious procession in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A brief tense situation prevailed during a Gyarvi Sharif procession in the Old City of Hyderabad after an elephant accompanying the procession became restless and experienced difficulty moving, prompting organisers to temporarily halt the event on Friday, November 13.

The elephant, Maneka, was brought from Kalaburagi district in Karnataka. Shortly after the procession began, the animal showed signs of discomfort and did not move properly, resulting in a minor disturbance.

Forest Department personnel and the elephant’s mahouts rushed to the spot and took immediate measures to control the situation. The elephant was stopped and subsequently shifted to a safe location with the assistance of trained personnel.

Following the removal of the elephant from the procession, the organisers resumed the event, which continued smoothly without any further disruption.

Officials said the elephant was safe and in good condition. There were no injuries to anyone and no damage to property. The animal is now being transported safely to another location under the supervision of the Forest Department and its mahouts.

Officials clarified that the incident involved only a brief disturbance and the situation was handled promptly.