The ceremonial howdah fell during the incident. Veterinary officials sedated the elephant to bring it under control.
Somananna was later reported to be recovering at the Kote Seetharamanjaneya Temple.
Agitated elephant carrying 650-kg silver howdah triggers panic at Shivamogga Dasara
An agitated elephant triggered panic during the Dasara procession in Shivamogga, Karnataka. Somananna was carrying a 650-kg silver howdah when it moved through the streets, damaging buildings and vehicles. The ceremonial howdah fell during the incident. Veterinary officials sedated the elephant to bring it under control. Somananna was later reported to be recovering at the Kote Seetharamanjaneya Temple.
