Man Killed by Bear While Grazing Goats in Chhattisgarh's Korba District

A 26-year-old man, Santosh Kumar Gond, was mauled to death by a bear in Chhattisgarh's Korba district while grazing his goats in the forest. His body was found around 1:30 am after villagers and the forest department conducted a search. Officials identified bear paw prints near the body. The Katghora Divisional Forest Officer confirmed immediate relief of Rs 25,000 has been given to the family, with further compensation pending formalities. Authorities advised villagers to avoid entering the forest alone.