Andhra Pradesh: Two people killed and one injured in bear attack in Srikakulam district

Andhra Pradesh: Two persons were dead after being attacked by a bear in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. The bear reportedly attacked the farmers while they were working in the cashew orchard.

According to the information,One woman injured in this incident. The incident has created panic among residents of Anakapalli village, who fear that the bear may attack again if it is not removed from the vicinity.

The deceased farmers have been identified as Appikonda Kurmarao (45) and Sidipalli Lokanatham (46). A woman sustained critical injuries in the attack and is currently undergoing treatment.

The residents of Anakapalli rushed to the spot hearing cries of help from the victims and killed the wild bear to save the farmers. Locals had previously raised concerns about the presence of bear cubs in the Uddanam area. They had demanded their relocation to a zoo.

The residents of Uddanam have urged the government to take swift action and safety measures. Based on the locals’ information, Palasa-Kasibugga Range forest officials reached the spot and sounded a high alert in Anakapalli and neighbouring villages on the bear’s presence.

They have shifted the injured woman farmer to Palasa Hospital for treatment. District forest officer Nisha Kumari said efforts were underway to track the movements of the bear. Kumari said compensation would be provided to the families of the deceased.