A seven-year old elephant Avanija in Lord Venkateshwara temple ran amok here this afternoon injuring its mahout and created panic among the devotees..
The incident took place when the young elephant was to take part in Sahastra Deepalankarana Seva suddenly raced towards the pilgrims waiting in front for the temple, police said.
During the course, mahout, Gangaiah who managed to bring the elephant under control, was injured. However, no pilgrim was injured.
The mahout has been admitted to TTD-run Aswani hospital where he is undergoing treatment.
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