Tigress Dies from Electrocution on Agricultural Land Near Bandipur Reserve

A tigress approximately one-and-a-half years old died from electrocution on agricultural land in Padaguru village near Bandipur Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Forest officials suspect an illegal electric fence installed by the landowner to protect crops caused the death. A post-mortem confirmed electrocution as the cause. Authorities are investigating and have registered a case under the Wildlife Protection Act against the landowner, with further action pending.