LUCKNOW, July 12 -- After declaring human death due to fox and jackal attacks as a state disaster, the Uttar Pradesh government is now considering including deaths caused by honeybee attacks under the same category. This move will pave the way for compensation to the families of the deceased.

The state government has asked the forest department to determine whether deaths due to honeybee attacks can be declared a disaster and whether the honeybee qualifies as a wild animal. In a letter issued on July 10, principal chief conservator of forests, Uttar Pradesh, Sunil Chaudhary, and principal chief conservator of forests (wildlife), Anuradha Chaudhary, have been directed to submit a report clarifying whether the honeybee is a wild animal.

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