During a scheduled Dasara festival event in Shivamogga, an elephant bolted, triggering a panic among attendees. The animal had been undergoing training for one week in preparation for the festivities, yet it became agitated and broke away from its handlers during the event.

While the report confirms the animal's recent training regimen and the subsequent disruption to the event, it provides limited information regarding the specific cause of the elephant's distress or the extent of any injuries sustained by the public or the animal. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges and risks associated with utilizing large animals in public festival processions, even when they have been prepared for the environment. Authorities have not yet released a detailed account of the safety protocols in place or whether the event will continue as planned following the disruption.