A 40-year-old woman died in Kolagad village after falling from a hillside while trying to flee a bear, according to information provided by the village head and a social worker.

The incident occurred on Monday in Gram Panchayat Ghetulgaon, under Jaiharikhal block. Basanti Devi, wife of Kalam Singh Sajwan, had gone into the forest to cut grass with other women from the village.

What happened

The women were collecting grass at some distance from one another when a bear suddenly appeared and began following Basanti Devi. She ran in an attempt to escape the animal.

During the attempt, she lost her balance and fell from the hillside onto the road below. She died at the spot, according to the available information.

The details were provided by Gram Pradhan Rekha Devi and social worker Vinod Negi. The incident was reported to the Forest Department, after which a team was sent towards the village.

Forest Department response

further details about the team’s assessment, the bear’s location or any measures planned in the area is not yet available. It also does not report injuries to the other women who were collecting grass with Basanti Devi.

Conclusion

Basanti Devi died after falling onto a road while trying to escape a bear during a forest trip in Kolagad village. A Forest Department team was sent to the village after the incident was reported.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where did the incident take place?

It took place in Kolagad village, within Gram Panchayat Ghetulgaon under Jaiharikhal block.

Q. Who was the woman who died?

The woman was Basanti Devi, 40, wife of Kalam Singh Sajwan.

Q. Why had Basanti Devi gone into the forest?

She had gone with other village women to collect grass.

Q. How did she die?

She lost her balance while running from a bear and fell from a hillside onto the road below.

Q. Was the bear captured?

The available information does not say whether the bear was captured or where it went.

Q. What action was taken after the incident?

A Forest Department team was sent to the village after the incident was reported.