Tiger Kills Man in Mysuru Village: Second Case in a Month

In a tragic incident highlighting Karnataka’s growing human-wildlife conflict, a 45-year-old man was killed by a tiger near Mysuru. This marks the second fatal tiger attack in the region within a month, raising urgent concerns among villagers and wildlife officials.

Details of the Attack

The victim, a daily wage laborer from a hamlet near the Nagarahole Tiger Reserve, was gathering firewood when the tiger attacked. Villagers heard screams but found him dead upon arrival. Forest officials identified tiger pugmarks and are analyzing camera trap footage to confirm the animal responsible.

“This is deeply distressing. We’re ensuring villager safety while protecting the tiger,” said a senior forest official.

Rising Human-Tiger Conflicts in Karnataka

Karnataka, home to India’s highest tiger population (nearly 500), has seen increasing attacks as habitats shrink. Last month, a 60-year-old farmer died in a similar incident, sparking protests for better protection.

Key Causes of Rising Attacks:

• Habitat Loss: Expanding farms and infrastructure push tigers closer to villages.
• Prey Shortage: Depleted wildlife forces tigers to hunt livestock—and sometimes humans.
• Limited Awareness: Villagers often enter forests without precautions.

Forest Department’s Action Plan

Officials have increased patrolling and deployed additional camera traps. Relocation is a last resort due to territorial risks. Compensation has been announced, but locals demand long-term solutions:
– Solar-powered fencing
– Early warning systems (chilli smoke, alarms)
– More forest guards

Conservation vs. Village Safety

While Karnataka excels in tiger conservation, conflicts highlight the need for balanced solutions. Activists urge:
– Community training in conflict prevention
– Alternative livelihoods to reduce forest dependence

Next Steps

A high-level meeting will review safety measures, including:
✅ Wildlife corridor construction
✅ Buffer zones with non-lethal deterrents
✅ Faster response protocols

Fear grips Mysuru villages as officials work to prevent further tragedies. This incident underscores the fragile coexistence between humans and tigers in India’s critical habitats.

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(Victim’s name withheld for privacy. Details sourced from official reports.)