Updated On: 05 June, 2020 04:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The elephant consumed a pineapple filled with explosives, which exploded in the animal's mouth, leading to its death few days later

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In a traumatic incident, a wild pregnant elephant in Kerala died after consuming firecrackers hidden inside a pineapple. The elephant succumbed to injuries she suffered after the firecrackers exploded inside her mouth. The death sparked a global outrage with people demanding justice and seeking severe punishment for the culprits responsible.
Prominent personalities, including Bollywood celebrities, businessmen and politicians expressed anger and shock over the death of the elephant. The investigations are underway as the Kerala Forest department has launched a 'manhunt' for those responsible for the death of the 15-year-old pregnant wild elephant