Question : CASUALTIES OF ELEPHANTS



(a) the number of elephants killed on railway tracks during the last three years and the current year;

(b) whether steps have been taken by the Railways/ Government to mitigate casualties in this regard and find lasting solution in the matter;

(c) if so, the details thereof;

(d) whether the Elephant Corridors have been identified, for imposing speed restrictions and putting up of signage boards; and

(e) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF RAILWAYS (SHRI MUKUL ROY)

(a) to (e) : A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.