Srinagar, July 30: In a tragic incident, a 50-year-old woman named Zareefa Begum, wife of Farooq Ahmad Khan, was mauled to death by a bear in Mirpora, a village in Qalamabad, Handwara.
The attack occurred in a nearby garden in Mirpora, Qalamabad.
Zareefa Begum was reportedly tending to her garden when the bear attacked. Despite efforts to save her, she succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
Also Read: Bike rider dies in Sopore road accident
The tragic death of Zareefa Begum is a stark reminder of the growing human-wildlife conflict in the region, calling for immediate and effective measures to ensure the safety of the residents.