IN A tragic incident, a 62-yearold man was killed in a tiger attack while grazing cattle in Pindrai forest area of Kurai in the Seoni district on Monday afternoon. The incident took place around 12 noon in the forest area adjoining Pindrai beat. The deceased was identified as Summar Lal (62), a resident of Rampuri under Siwankanhr Gram Panchayat. According to preliminary information, Summar Lal entered in Pindrai beat area to graze his cattle. While he was in the forest a tiger suddenly attacked him. The animal dragged him deeper into the forest, leaving him with no opportunity to escape.

 

When local people reached the spot after the incident, they found Summar Lal lying dead with severe injuries. Following the incident, panic spread among villagers living near the forest. A team of the Forest Department and personnel from Kurai police station reached the spot and inspected the area. Forest officials collected evidence related to the incident and are monitoring the surrounding area to establish the tiger’s presence and movement. Officials are also taking steps to assess the circumstances of the attack and prevent further incidents in the adjoining areas. Forest Department has initiated the process to provide Rs 8 lakh in financial assistance to the deceased’s family under the provisions prescribed by the State Government while necessary departmental formalities are being completed.