Odisha’s elephant population has risen marginally from 1,976 in 2017 to 2,098 in 2024, according to the All-Odisha Elephant Census-2024. The census revealed 313 adult tuskers, 13 adult makhnas, 748 adult females, and various other demographics across 38 forest divisions. Notable increases were observed in divisions like Angul, Athagarh, and Dhenkanal, while some regions saw declines. The rise in tuskers indicates a healthy gender ratio and a growing young population. About 28% of elephants reside in three reserves, and interstate migration influences the population dynamics. A survey in November aims to understand migration patterns further.