11-08-2025
‘Risking Your Life for Selfies Is Foolishness': Man Narrowly Escapes Elephant Attack
The man was attacked by a wild elephant in Karnataka's Bandipur Tiger Reserve.
A tourist from Kerala narrowly escaped a life-threatening situation after a wild elephant charged at him in Karnataka's Bandipur Tiger Reserve. The terrifying moment was captured on camera and circulated on social media, where it drew shock and criticism from viewers.
The man was attacked when he was standing near the roadside bushes. Videos circulating online show the tusker suddenly running towards him from across the road. The incident unfolded in full view of bystanders and passing vehicles.
Wild Elephant Charges At Tourist
In the first video, shot from a distance, the elephant is seen running from the other side of the road. As it crosses, a white car is also seen passing by, but it stops abruptly to let the tusker pass. The animal then charges straight at the man, who begins to run in panic.
While fleeing, the tourist stumbles and falls on the road. The elephant catches up and is seen pinning him down with its foot as shocked onlookers scream from the roadside. Fortunately, the animal retreated after a few moments, which allowed the man to escape.
Close-Up View From Passing Car
A second video, filmed from inside the same white car, offers a closer look at the frightening encounter. It shows the man running as the elephant follows closely. He trips and falls, and the tusker steps on him briefly.
The video was shared online with the caption: 'Risking your life for just selfies is foolishness. A Kerala tourist miraculously survived after an elephant attacked him in Bandipur Tiger Reserve."
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Risking your life for just selfies is foolishness.A Kerala tourist miraculously survived after a elephant attacked him in Bandipura Tiger Reserve.
— Team Jhaat Official👊 (@TeamJhaant__) August 11, 2025
Video Draws Sharp Reactions From Viewers
As the videos spread, many criticised the tourist's actions.
One user commented, 'The thing I hate most about some Indians is when it comes to wildlife. These duffers can't just sit and wait when an elephant is on the street. But they will drive by it."
Another wrote, 'Jyada hero banne ke chakkar me aisa hi hota hai (This is what happens when you try to act like a hero)."
'Play stupid games…win stupid prizes," someone else remarked.
A person said, 'Idiots can't even read the 'No Parking/ No loitering' warnings & there are at least 20 such warnings from Bandipur-Mudumalai-Masinagudi stretch, and these selfie crazy idiots won't learn."
Injuries And Investigation
According to a report in India Today, the man sustained injuries and was taken to the hospital. Forest officials stated that efforts are underway to trace his identity.
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First Published:
August 11, 2025, 12:24 IST
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