Dehradun, Nov. 23 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

DEHRADUN, 22 Nov: Bharatiya Janata Party State president and Rajya Sabha MP Mahendra Bhatt on Saturday called upon the Forest Department to establish close coordination with Village Pradhans and the local public representatives for the effective prevention of rising bear and leopard attacks in Uttarakhand. Expressing concern over the increasing wildlife incidents, particularly in the hills, Bhatt stated that he will raise the matter of enhancing financial support for those injured in such attacks directly with the Chief Minister.

Observing the growing number of attacks across the state, Bhatt sought a comprehensive briefing from the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) regarding the pres...