8 Elephants Killed as Rajdhani Express Hits Herd in Assam; CM Orders Probe

In a tragic incident in Assam, eight elephants were killed after being hit by the Rajdhani Express in Hojai district. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed deep grief, stating he is 'deeply disturbed by the accident' and has ordered a high-level inquiry into the deaths. The herd, which reportedly included calves, was struck by the train in the wee hours. India Today's Anupam Mishra reports on the ground situation, noting the Chief Minister's assurance of strict action against those responsible and the state's commitment to securing wildlife corridors.