A forest watcher died after being mauled by a tiger during patrol duty in Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary here, an official said on Thursday.
Baandhu, a daily wager working for the Forest department, was on patrol duty in Katiyara beat under Katarniaghat range on Wednesday.
He was found dead on Thursday morning, Project Officer of WWF, Dabeer Hasan said.
The condition of the body suggested that he was attacked by a tiger and it bears marks on the neck and hand, Hasan said, adding that some locals had also spotted a tiger near the body.
The body has been sent for a post mortem and Rs 10,000 is being provided to the family for performing the last rites on behalf of WWF.
As per rules, financial assistance will be provided after the post mortem report is prepared, Hasan added.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app