Tragic Loss in Chamarajanagar: Forest Minister Addresses Ongoing Tiger Conflict

A tragic incident unfolded in Chamarajanagar district as Sannahaida, an APC watcher, was killed by a tiger. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre expressed sorrow and promised the government's support for the family. The area has faced ongoing man-animal conflicts, leading to multiple human and tiger deaths recently.

A tragic incident has been reported in Chamarajanagar district, where Sannahaida, a 56-year-old APC watcher, lost his life in a tiger attack near Muralahalli camp in Bandipur. Karnataka Forest Minister, Eshwar Khandre, confirmed the incident on Saturday, expressing deep sorrow over the loss.

This marks the fifth fatal human-tiger conflict in the district in recent months, while the area has also seen the deaths of 10 tigers, including eight cubs. The deceased tigers were reportedly poisoned by locals infuriated over livestock losses.

Minister Khandre emphasized the government's commitment to supporting the bereaved family, acknowledging that no compensation can replace a life. He urged the forest staff to adhere strictly to safety protocols to prevent further incidents in this tiger-inhabited region.

(With inputs from agencies.)