When Did Arjuna Elephant Die?
Arjuna, the beloved elephant who carried the Golden Howdah during the Mysore Dasara procession for eight years, tragically died on December 4th, 2023. He was 64 years old.
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Arjuna’s death came during a controversial operation to capture a wild elephant in the Sakleshpur region of Karnataka. The operation resulted in both Arjuna and the wild elephant sustaining injuries. While the wild elephant received treatment, Arjuna tragically succumbed to his injuries.
Arjuna’s death sparked widespread grief and outrage. He was a beloved figure in Karnataka, and his death was seen as a tragic loss. The incident also raised serious questions about the methods used by the Karnataka Forest Department in dealing with wild elephants.
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Here are some key details about Arjuna’s life and death:
Born: Around 1959
Died: December 4th, 2023
Age: 64
Occupation: Carrier of the Golden Howdah during the Mysore Dasara procession from 2012 to 2019
Cause of death: Injuries sustained during a wild elephant capture operation
Arjuna’s death has left a void in the hearts of many. He was a gentle giant who brought joy to millions. He will be dearly missed.
In addition to the information above, here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:
Wikipedia article on Arjuna: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arjuna_%28elephant%29
Hindustan Times article on Arjuna’s death: https://www.news9live.com/state/karnataka/mysuru-dasara-elephant-arjuna-dies-in-operation-to-capture-wild-tusker-in-hassan-all-you-need-to-know-2368323
The Hindu article on Arjuna’s death: https://www.news9live.com/state/karnataka/mysuru-dasara-elephant-arjuna-dies-in-operation-to-capture-wild-tusker-in-hassan-all-you-need-to-know-2368323
Keywords: Arjuna elephant, Mysore Dasara, Golden Howdah, elephant death, Karnataka Forest Department, wild elephant capture