Balaghat's Deadly Human-Tiger Conflict: 5 Dead, Tigress Electrocuted Amid Rising Fear

• Balaghat faces ongoing human-tiger conflict; 5 people and 5 carnivorous wild animals died last year, with 2 injured.
• A tigress was recently found dead in Anjanbihari, Katangi Forest Range, suspected to have died from electrocution.
• The conflict areas are crucial corridors for Kanha and Pench National Parks, raising concerns about wildlife safety.
• SDO B.R. Sirsam attributes the conflict to human encroachment, growing animal populations, and altered forest biodiversity.
• Government offers ₹25 lakh compensation to deceased families; advice given to remain calm and walk backward if encountering a tiger.

Why It Matters: Human-tiger conflict escalates in Balaghat due to habitat changes and encroachment, leading to tragic losses.