Tragedy Strikes Karnataka Plantation
A devastating leopard attack has left a family in shock in Karnataka's Tarikere taluk. The incident, which resulted in a child being dragged away by the wild cat, occurred near an arecanut plantation.
Details of the Incident
The victims, identified as Basavaraj and Renuka, were a couple originally from Dharwad who had been working on a plantation belonging to Ramachandrappa of Bengaluru. They were residing in the outhouse on the property when the tragic event unfolded.
The attack was reported on 20 November 2025, sending shockwaves through the local community. This incident highlights the growing concern about human-wildlife conflict in regions bordering forest areas.
Aftermath and Community Impact
Authorities have been alerted and search operations are likely underway to locate the child and ensure the safety of other residents. Such incidents bring to focus the precarious situation faced by migrant workers and those living in close proximity to wildlife habitats.
Local communities in Tarikere taluk are now living in fear, with this attack serving as a grim reminder of the dangers posed by the shrinking buffer zones between human settlements and forest territories.
