Tiger attacks cyclist in Kheri forest road, tries to drag him away

Bareilly | Thursday | 19th July, 2018

Summary:

Government should take steps in save the forest area as illegal felling of trees is rampant in this area but forest officials turn a blind eye to it. After the attack, the officials are now monitoring this area and advised locals to be careful while crossing the forest area. Divisional forest officer Samir Kumar told TOI that forest department would ensure best possible treatment for the victim.Since April, three persons have been killed in tiger attacks in Lakhimpur Kheri district. Both forest department and WWF-India officials visited Pawan at hospital and provide him interim help. Passersby took Pawan Kumar to the community health centre..