Darjeeling: Elephant strays into North Bengal University campus near Siliguri, damage reported

An adult male elephant wandered into the North Bengal University (NBU) campus near Siliguri, causing panic among students and staff before taking shelter in a small forested area within the campus, officials said on Saturday.

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Kurseong Forest Division officials, along with local police, reached the spot to monitor the situation and ensure public safety.

Minor property damage was reported, but no casualties occurred, authorities confirmed after the incident that took place on Friday.

"At this very moment, the elephant is in the forest area near Vidyasagar Mancha. Each of you are requested to please stay indoors, restrict your movements unless absolutely necessary, and take all necessary precautions for your safety," an notice from the varsity stated.

The university assured that it is working closely with the forest department and that all possible measures are being taken to ensure safety. Officials are stationed on campus and monitoring the situation continuously.

The university has appealed for full cooperation from the campus community and urged residents to exercise "extreme caution" until the situation is brought under control.