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The Thaiger – Court Seeks Extension Following Death of Elephant During Relocation Efforts

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The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) is seeking an extension from the Khon Kaen Administrative Court for the relocation of three wild elephants. This request follows a troubling incident where an adult male elephant, Seedor Hu Pub, died during transportation.

Deputy Prime Minister and Natural Resources and Environment Minister, Suchart Chomklin, has tasked Raweewan Bhuridej, the ministry’s permanent secretary, with overseeing wild elephant management. The recent elephant death has raised significant safety concerns regarding current relocation practices.

Suchart stressed the importance of using this incident as a learning opportunity. He urged a comprehensive review of management procedures to enhance safety for both the public and the animals during relocations. Proposed measures include increasing food sources to support the elephants during their transfers.

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Court extension sought after elephant’s death during relocation

The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has sought an extension from the Khon Kaen Administrative Court for the relocation of three wild elephants.

This request comes after a recent incident where an elephant died during its transfer, raising safety concerns.

Deputy Prime Minister and Natural Resources and Environment Minister, Suchart Chomklin, directed Raweewan Bhuridej, the ministry’s permanent secretary, to oversee the management of wild elephants.

This follows the death of an adult male elephant, known as Seedor Hu Pub, during its move from Khon Kaen to Loei on Tuesday.

Suchart emphasised that this incident should serve as a crucial lesson, urging a review of current management practices to enhance caution and practicality. The goal is to ensure public safety while maintaining animal welfare.

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