MP: Another Individual Injured in Tiger Encounter
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Synopsis
Rajbali Baiga from Kusmaha village was injured in a tiger attack in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve while working in his field. This incident marks the fourth tiger attack in the reserve during March and April, highlighting concerns for local residents venturing alone into the jungle.
Key Takeaways
- Rajbali Baiga attacked by a tiger in Bandhavgarh.
- This is the fourth attack in March-April.
- A woman previously lost her life in a tiger encounter.
- Local residents are urged to travel in groups.
- Rajbali is currently receiving treatment at Manpur Hospital.
Bhopal, April 21 (NationPress) Rajbali Baiga, a local of Kusmaha village, sustained injuries from a tiger encounter in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve while tending to his field in Kothia village, under the jurisdiction of the Indwar police station, on Monday.
According to Govind Singh, officer-in-charge of the Indawar police station, the tiger, likely attracted to the vicinity to quench its thirst at a tube well in Rajbali's field, unexpectedly attacked him as he paused for a drink. Although he managed to escape, the beast inflicted injuries to one of his legs.
This incident marks the fourth tiger-related attack in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve during March and April of this year.
On April 2, a woman tragically lost her life in a similar tiger attack,” the official noted, emphasizing that despite frequent warnings from police and forest officials, residents continue to venture into the jungle or their fields alone.
“It is crucial for them to travel in groups and stay vigilant,” he added.
Rajbali attempted to flee upon spotting the tiger, but a forest patrol team quickly arrived to assist him.
He was subsequently transported to Manpur Hospital for medical attention and is currently receiving care.
Previously, in Piparia village, a tigress notorious for attacking humans in the Dhamokhar range of the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve was captured and relocated.
This tigress had previously targeted a young boy and a woman, inciting fear among the local populace. The tigress was responsible for the death of a boy and injuries to a woman while they were collecting Mahua flowers in the forest.
The deceased boy was identified as Vijay Kaul, while the injured woman, Rita Baiga, was referred to Jabalpur for further treatment, where she survived the incident.
The tigress had been active near the villages surrounding the reserve, posing a danger not only to humans but also to livestock and dogs.
