A 54-year-old labourer was seriously injured in a bear attack near Kanda village in Pauri Garhwal on Sunday afternoon. Kuldeep Singh was returning home after work when the animal suddenly attacked him about one kilometre beyond Dhauladhar village.
The incident has caused fear among residents in the area. Singh was taken to Hans Hospital in Satpuli, where he is undergoing treatment. The incident report described injuries to his face.
Attack occurred while returning from work
Singh had been working as a labourer in Dhauladhar village. At around 3:30 pm, he began travelling home. The bear attacked him on the route, roughly one kilometre from Dhauladhar.
The assault left Singh seriously injured. He was taken to the hospital soon after the incident for medical care. No information was provided about the bear’s location after the attack or any action to capture it.
Forest Department announces ₹1 lakh assistance
The Forest Department gave Singh ₹30,000 in immediate financial assistance after the attack. Forest guards Himanshu Negi and Pependra Kumar said the remaining ₹70,000 would be provided later.
The announced assistance totals ₹1 lakh, based on the ₹30,000 already paid and the ₹70,000 promised subsequently. The department’s support is intended for the injured man while he continues treatment.
Residents remain concerned following the attack, particularly because it occurred on a route used by a worker returning home. Singh’s treatment at Hans Hospital in Satpuli remains the immediate focus.
Conclusion
Kuldeep Singh was seriously injured in a bear attack near Kanda village while returning from work. He is being treated at Hans Hospital, and the Forest Department has paid ₹30,000, with ₹70,000 still due.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the bear attack occur?
The attack occurred near Kanda village in the Kaljikhal block of Pauri Garhwal, about one kilometre beyond Dhauladhar village.
Q. Who was injured in the attack?
The injured man was 54-year-old Kuldeep Singh, who had been working as a labourer.
Q. When did the attack happen?
The attack took place on Sunday at around 3:30 pm, while Singh was returning home from work.
Q. Where is Kuldeep Singh receiving treatment?
He was taken to Hans Hospital in Satpuli, where he is undergoing treatment.
Q. How much financial assistance has been provided?
The Forest Department provided ₹30,000 immediately and said the remaining ₹70,000 would be paid later.
