Ashvini Kumar and Hari Singh were attacked by the pachyderm when they went to relieve themselves near a dried-up river that passes through the forest division on Monday. While Hari managed to flee, Ashvini sustained serious injuries on his ribs and jaw and was admitted to Himalayan Hospital at Jolly Grant where his condition is said to be critical. Both are residents of Labour Colony near the BHEL township.
On Tuesday, two more residents of the colony had a narrow escape when they were attacked by an elephant. Sunil Kumar and Chhote Lal sustained minor injuries while running from the elephant.
According to range officer, Dinesh Nautiyal, “The doctor’s report will shed light on the nature of the attack. There is a possibility that the elephant injured Ashvini with its trunk.” Nautiyal said that a team of forest guards was patrolling the area.
The officer added that the compensation would be decided based on the doctor’s report. A person injured critically by a wild animal inside the forest receives Rs 50,000 while a victim with light injuries gets Rs 15,000.
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