Bear attacks tea estate worker in Tamil Nadu

India Nov 15, 2025

A 60-year-old woman named Devi was mauled by a bear while working at a tea estate in Kothagiri, Tamil Nadu.
The bear suddenly appeared from the plantation, injuring her hand and leg.
She is currently being treated in the hospital.

What's being done?

Forest officials visited Devi, promising help with her medical bills and compensation.
They've also sent teams to find the bear and drive it deep inside the forest.

Why does this matter?

Bear encounters like this are becoming more common in Tamil Nadu's tea estates, raising concerns about safety for workers.
It highlights how urgent it is for authorities to step up protection and manage wildlife near where people live and work.