Tragedy Strikes: Rhino Attack Near Kaziranga

A tragic incident occurred near Kaziranga National Park when a 56-year-old man, Bikram Lohar, was killed by a rhino. The rhino had wandered out of the park and attacked Lohar on National Highway 37. Despite being rushed to a hospital, he succumbed to his injuries.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Guwahati | Updated: 28-01-2025 14:40 IST | Created: 28-01-2025 14:40 IST
Tragedy Strikes: Rhino Attack Near Kaziranga
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A 56-year-old man was fatally attacked by a rhino near Kaziranga National Park in Assam, authorities confirmed on Tuesday.

The victim, identified as Bikram Lohar, was ambushed by the animal on National Highway 37 in the Haltikhuli-Haldibari area.

According to a police officer, the rhino had strayed from the park, and Lohar, severely injured, was transported to a hospital in Bokakhat, where he later died.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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