HC raps Malappuram Collector for not filing report on Tirur incident
2 months, 2 weeks ago

HC raps Malappuram Collector for not filing report on Tirur incident

The Hindu  

A Division Bench of the Kerala High Court on Monday slammed the Malappuram District Collector for not filing a comprehensive report as directed by the court on an incident in which around 29 people were injured and one died when an elephant ran amok during the BP Angadi Nercha at Tirur on January 7. When the suo motu case relating to the parading of elephants came up for hearing, the Government Pleader submitted that as instructions given by the Collector were lacking in material particulars, he had sought a clarification for filing a report. Jayasankaran Nambiar and Justice Gopinath P. observed The court also said that “the response of the District Collector leaves much to be desired and his conduct will not be tolerated by the court, especially when the response was sought in the wake of the Tirur incident.” The court directed the Collector to ensure that the report is filed before it without delay. The court also directed the Chief Wildlife Warden to ensure that the survey of captive elephants in the possession of private individuals and institutions in each district is commenced forthwith and the exercise is completed on or before February 15.

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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New Indian Express  

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New Indian Express  

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The Hindu  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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3 years, 11 months ago

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Deccan Chronicle  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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