The death of a tiger in Dharbandora has drawn attention after forest officials indicated that the animal likely died of natural causes. According to Jiss Varkey, the tiger was found in a decomposed state, making it difficult to immediately determine the exact cause of death.
Varkey, who visited the site, stated that there were no visible signs of foul play during the initial inspection. However, he clarified that the assessment remains preliminary and that a detailed examination, including a postmortem, will provide clearer insights into the circumstances surrounding the death.
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The carcass was discovered on private land located on the outskirts of a government forest area in Dharbandora. Forest department teams have since secured the site and are continuing to monitor the situation as part of an ongoing inquiry. Officials have also informed the National Tiger Conservation Authority about the incident, following standard protocol in cases involving protected wildlife.
Authorities emphasised that while early findings suggest a natural death, no conclusions will be finalised until scientific reports are completed. The presence of the tiger outside core forest boundaries has also raised questions about habitat movement and human-wildlife interaction in the region.
