The body of a fisherman was discovered in the Sundarbans two days after being attacked and dragged into the mangrove forest by a Royal Bengal tiger. The victim, identified as Jiban Bhakta, was with his wife catching crabs near Kalas Island when the tiger attacked him in front of her.
Jiban Bhakta, 36, lived in the Satyadaspur area and had moved to his in-laws’ house in the Indrapastha tribal colony. He leaves behind his wife, Durga Bhakta, and two children. The couple often ventured into the forest to catch crabs and fish to support their family.
The tragic incident occurred when Jiban and Durga were crabbing on Kalas Island and a tiger suddenly attacked him, dragging him into the forest. Despite efforts by companions, they could not rescue him due to the dense forest and fear of the tiger. His body was found by searchers on Sunday afternoon.
A sense of mourning envelops the community as locals call for immediate financial aid and long-term assistance for the deceased’s family. Requests have been made for support considering the future of his wife and children. Authorities are investigating the incident, with officials speaking to family members and witnesses for more information.
