Guwahati: A tragic incident occurred near Kaziranga National Park on Tuesday when a 56-year-old man was fatally attacked by a rhinoceros, according to local police.
The deceased, identified as Bikram Lohar, was on his usual morning walk when the encounter took place.
The attack occurred on National Highway 37, in the Haltikhuli-Haldibari area, which is located near the park. Police reports suggest that Lohar was ambushed by the rhino, sustaining severe injuries during the attack.
After the assault, he was quickly transported to the Shaheed Kamala Miri Sub-Divisional Civil Hospital in Bokakhat for medical treatment.
Unfortunately, despite the doctors’ best efforts to save him, Lohar succumbed to his injuries while receiving care at the hospital.
The incident has sparked concerns among locals about the rising frequency of wild animals, particularly rhinoceroses, straying into human settlements near the park.
These encounters have become increasingly common, and local residents are now calling for immediate action to mitigate such risks.
A similar tragic event occurred just a month ago when a 30-year-old man was also killed by a rhino in the same region.
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The recurrent nature of these incidents has prompted calls for stronger measures from the authorities to ensure the safety of both the public and wildlife in the area.
Kaziranga National Park, renowned for its population of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, is situated in the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
However, the growing human-wildlife conflict near its periphery is becoming a pressing issue, requiring urgent attention and a more proactive approach to prevent further loss of life.
