AI camera prevents train accident, saves elephants in Odisha

An AI camera in Odisha's Sundargarh district prevented a major rail accident by detecting a herd of elephants near railway tracks. The system alerted the Forest Department, allowing authorities to stop an oncoming train in time, saving three elephants. The incident occurred in the Rourkela forest division and was shared on social media, where a video of the elephants gained significant attention. This development highlights the effectiveness of AI technology in wildlife protection. Odisha has faced challenges with elephant deaths, losing 857 since 2014-15, primarily due to electrocution and accidents. Recent statistics show that 149 elephants were electrocuted, while train and road accidents also contributed to the fatalities.