Jhargram, 23 April (H.S.): Amid the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, an unusual and eye-catching moment was witnessed in North Bengal when an elephant named “Ramlal” reached a polling station along with forest officials.

According to reports, the elephant—used by the forest department—was deployed in a forested and remote polling area to assist officials in reaching difficult terrain. The presence of the elephant attracted significant attention among voters and locals, turning the polling station into a point of curiosity.

Officials said such measures are sometimes taken in forest regions where regular vehicles cannot easily access polling booths. The use of trained elephants helps in transporting personnel and ensuring that election duties are carried out smoothly even in challenging locations.

Despite the unusual sight, polling in the area continued peacefully, with voters turning up to cast their votes. The incident highlighted the logistical challenges faced during elections in remote and forested regions, and the innovative methods used to overcome them.

Overall, the episode added a unique and memorable moment to the ongoing election process in the state.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Priyanka Pandey