Man chased by elephant after selfie attempt in Karnataka fined Rs 25,000

14-Aug-2025

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After a viral video showed a man being chased by an elephant in Bandipur National Park, Karnataka forest officials tracked him down and fined him Rs 25,000 for endangering himself and disturbing wildlife.

The man was attempting to take a selfie by getting dangerously close to the wild elephant, which reacted aggressively and chased him.

Basavaraj has since apologized for his actions. Authorities continue to remind visitors to respect wildlife and follow safety guidelines strictly.