Two tuskers fight it out near Bengal river, dramatic clash caught on camera

Two tuskers fought head-on near the Kangsabati River in Bengal as villagers watched from afar. The clash drew crowds and prompted the Forest Department to warn residents to keep a safe distance.Two tuskers fight it out near Bengal river, dramatic clash caught on cameraA dramatic face-off between two tuskers near the banks of the Kangsabati River in West Bengal left locals stunned, as the massive elephants locked tusks in a prolonged battle.The incident took place in the Satpathi area, where residents witnessed the two elephants charging at each other, trumpeting loudly and creating panic in the surrounding areas.The clash continued for a considerable period, with the powerful tuskers pushing and confronting each other near the riverbank.As word of the unusual sight spread, several villagers gathered near the spot to watch the elephants fight. Many onlookers stood at a distance, recording the dramatic encounter on their phones while observing the massive animals’ movements. A video of the incident showed the two tuskers standing face-to-face as they repeatedly rammed their heads and pushed into each other with force. Their loud trumpeting and aggressive movements created panic among the people gathered nearby, with several viewers heard shouting as the elephants continued their intense battle.The elephants appeared locked in the confrontation for a few minutes, using their trunks and tusks as they pushed against each other. As the clash continued, the crowd remained at a distance, watching the powerful animals battle in the open. Eventually, the tuskers stopped fighting and moved away separately, walking in different directions towards the area where people had gathered.Watch the video here:Forest Department officials were alerted about the situation and quickly reached the area. The team intervened to ensure that people stayed away from the elephants and monitored the movement of the tuskers to prevent any untoward incident.The department urged residents to avoid crowding around wild animals and maintain a safe distance, warning that such close encounters could put both humans and elephants at risk. Officials continued to keep track of the elephants as they moved around the area.- EndsPublished By: Yashna TalwarPublished On: Aug 7, 2026 16:47 IST