A 46-year-old man was killed in a tiger attack in the agricultural fields of Vahanagaon village in Chimur taluka, with his body recovered nearly a day later on Friday evening. The victim, Shankar Dadaji Masram, had returned to his native village on Thursday from Khambada in Warora taluka to attend a religious programme. During the visit, he went to perform a pooja for his newly purchased two-wheeler near a mahua tree in the fields.
According to officials, a tiger, believed to have been hiding along the stream, attacked him, resulting in his death on the spot. When Masram did not return home, his family began searching and later filed a missing complaint. On Friday evening, villagers and relatives located his scarf and spectacles near a stream close to the cremation ground. His mutilated body was later found a short distance away.
Forest Department Response
Forest officials from the Khadsangi buffer range reached the site, conducted a panchnama, and sent the body for post-mortem to the sub-district hospital in Chimur. The Forest Department has announced financial assistance to the family and urged residents to remain vigilant amid increased tiger movement.
Rising Predator Attacks in Chandrapur
This incident marks the 14th human death in predator attacks in Chandrapur this year, including 13 caused by tigers. In 2025, the district recorded 47 fatalities in predator attacks, highlighting the growing conflict between humans and wildlife in the region. The local authorities continue to monitor the situation and advise caution for those living near forest areas.
