Himalayan Black Bear Cub Rescued from Dooars Tea Garden

• A Himalayan Black Bear cub was found roaming in Samsing Tea Garden, Jalpaiguri district, under Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary.
• The bear cub likely descended to the plains from high altitudes due to heavy snowfall and in search of food.
• Villagers spotted the cub, leading to a large gathering of people to see it.
• Forest Department officials from Khunia Range, led by Sanjay Dey, swiftly rescued the bear.
• The rescued cub will undergo treatment and health check-up before being released into the Neora forest; environmentalists warn of more such incidents due to mountain destruction.

Why It Matters: A Himalayan Black Bear cub was rescued in Dooars, highlighting wildlife displacement due to habitat issues.