Tusks' return builds trustAfter eight years in district custody, the sacred ivory tusks of Letongku have been returned to the Karen village that worships them. Now, the tusks have been handed back and have arrived in the village. For the Letongku community, this is not just the return of carved ivory, but the return of their spiritual centre. By deciding to return them, Tak authorities have shown religious sensitivity and respect for local belief. The Letongku villagers felt that loss for eight years.

Source: Bangkok Post March 02, 2026 01:02 UTC