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Tuesday, 14 January, 2003, 14:28 GMT

In pictures: Indian elephant festival

One of India's largest elephant festivals drew crowds in north-eastern Assam state over the weekend. The gathering was aimed at increasing eco-tourism and raising awareness of the elephant's struggle for limited resources with man.

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