Male tiger found dead in Gundal reservoir backwaters in Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar
Chamarajanagar: The carcass of a male tiger was discovered in the backwaters of the Gundal reservoir within the Kollegal wildlife tract of the BRT Tiger Reserve in Chamarajanagar district on Sunday, according to forest officials.
The tiger is estimated to be between five and six years old. It was sighted by forest personnel during a routine check in the area in the morning, according to a report published by Deccan Herald.
Sripathi, the Deputy Conservator of Forests, stated that preliminary findings indicate that the tiger was caught in a snare, when it had migrated to the reservoir to drink water after being trapped, and then died.
Forest officials have launched an investigation to find the circumstances leading to the tiger’s death and to identify those responsible for placing the snare.
After the post-mortem examination was conducted and the carcass was cremated in accordance with guidelines laid down by the National Tiger Conservation Authority in the presence of an NTCA member, the principal chief conservator of forests, a representative nominated by the chief wildlife warden, and veterinary doctors.
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Min. Priyank Kharge to expresses concern over implementation of VB-G Ram G
Bengaluru: Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Priyank Kharge has expressed concern over the uncertainty surrounding the implementation of the proposed VB-G Ram G scheme, stating that the MNREGA programme, which has been a lifeline for rural India for nearly two decades, appears to be facing an uncertain future.
Speaking to media, Kharge said that as March 31 draws to a close, there is no clarity on the rollout of the new scheme from April 1. He pointed out that the central government has not yet issued the necessary guidelines for implementing the scheme for rural workers and villages.
He criticised the Centre for its lack of preparedness, stating that there is no clarity on fund allocation, no final parameters for classifying gram panchayats, and key processes such as social audits have not been defined.
Kharge said the situation comes at a critical time, as summer marks a peak period for rural employment demand, when many people depend heavily on wage employment for their livelihood.
He added that reports have emerged of delays in approvals and families not receiving work despite demand.
He further alleged that the Centre’s move to shift from a statutory employment guarantee to a rule-based allocation system is already showing negative consequences.
Kharge also raised concerns over provisions such as a mandatory 60-day halt during agricultural seasons, which he said would further limit employment opportunities for rural workers.
The BJP-led central government had claimed that the new scheme would transform rural India, but in reality it is turning out to be detrimental to people’s livelihoods, he said.
“The crisis in rural India due to the stalling of MNREGA is beginning to unfold. Given the Centre’s past record in handling such situations, there is growing concern over the impact on rural livelihoods,” Kharge said.
