Eight elephants were recently killed by a train in Hojai, Assam, sparking debate on conservation effectiveness. This incident, occurring outside a designated elephant corridor, highlights habitat degradation and fragmentation forcing elephants beyond traditional routes. While 67 elephants have died in train collisions in Assam since 2000, many outside notified corridors, conservationists argue current corridor classifications are insufficient. They advocate for a broader approach to monitoring and mitigation beyond fixed corridor areas to prevent future tragedies.