Mysuru cop performs final rites of man killed by elephant as relatives stay away due to COVID-19 fears
Amidst coronavirus fears, relatives of a mentally ill person who was trampled to death by an elephant, refused to touch the body and perform last rites. HB Madegowda, assistant sub-inspector (ASI) of Chamarajanagar east police station in Mysuru ensure the deceased gets a dignified farewell. His action is being appreciated by Karnataka’s top cops.
Three days ago, an assistant sub-inspector (ASI) attached to Chamarajnagar district in Mysuru performed the last rites of a mentally ill person, who was killed by an elephant.
The relatives and the public residing near his house refused to be part of the final journey of the deceased due to coronavirus fears. HB Madegowda, ASI of Chamarajanagar east police station ensured that he gets a dignified farewell.
The ASI even dug a grave and performed pooja before the burial. The video is now going viral on social media. The cop has earned respect and praise from the Karnataka police officers.
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