Rescued Sambar Dies During Treatment in Himachal; Poaching Suspected

• A Sambar, a large deer species, was rescued from the Tirthan River in Himachal Pradesh after being found injured and trapped.
• The animal died around 11:15 PM during treatment at the Banjar veterinary hospital due to severe injuries.
• A post-mortem confirmed injuries, but the exact cause of death and potential involvement of poachers are still under investigation.
• Villagers initially informed the forest department about the injured Sambar, which was then tranquilized and admitted for treatment.
• The Sambar is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, facing threats from habitat loss, poaching, and industrial exploitation.