Assam Wild Elephant Spotted With Tractor Tyre Around Neck

By Thetripurapost Desk, Guwahati
Sep 10, 2026
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A startling wildlife sighting in Bakial near Numaligarh, Assam, has triggered concern after a wild elephant was seen roaming with a tractor tyre apparently trapped around its neck.

Residents reportedly spotted the elephant moving through a tea garden in the area. The unusual object was clearly visible around the animal’s neck, prompting locals to photograph the elephant and draw attention to its potentially dangerous predicament.

Elephant Seen Moving Through Bakial Tea Garden

According to local accounts, the elephant was moving through the tea garden when residents noticed the tyre firmly positioned around its neck.

The exact circumstances behind the incident remain unclear. Residents suspect that the animal may have encountered the discarded tyre while moving through areas frequented by people in search of food.

There was no immediate confirmation regarding how long the tyre had remained around the elephant’s neck or whether it had caused any visible injury.

Incident Highlights Growing Human-Elephant Interaction

The incident has renewed concerns over the risks faced by wild elephants as their movement increasingly overlaps with human settlements, agricultural areas and tea gardens.

The Numaligarh region has witnessed repeated elephant movement in recent months, with wild herds frequently entering areas used by local communities. Recent reports have also highlighted continuing concerns over human-elephant conflict in and around Numaligarh.

The wider region is an important elephant habitat, making safe coexistence between wildlife and nearby communities a significant conservation challenge.

Forest Department Response Awaited

It was not immediately clear whether forest officials had located the elephant or begun an operation to remove the tyre.

Wildlife experts and local residents are expected to closely monitor the situation, particularly if the tyre restricts the animal’s movement, feeding or breathing.

The incident also underlines the need for greater awareness about dumping discarded materials in areas regularly used by wildlife.

Further details about the elephant’s condition and any rescue operation were awaited.

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