No govt jobs for families of wildlife attack victims: Karnataka minister
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Minister Eshwar B Khandre on Thursday clarified in the Assembly that there is no provision to offer government jobs to the legal heirs of persons killed in wildlife attacks, as per existing government orders.
Replying to a question by Sringeri MLA T D Rajegowda during Question Hour, the forest, ecology and environment minister said that families of victims of human–wildlife conflict are being provided financial compensation and monthly assistance.
"The earlier compensation of Rs 15 lakh has been increased to Rs 20 lakh from April 2025, and a monthly pension of Rs 4,000 is being given to a family member for five years," he said.
Stating that forest personnel work under challenging conditions round the clock, the minister added, "In case of the death of on-duty staff, the ex gratia amount has been enhanced from Rs 30 lakh to Rs 50 lakh."
Khandre said that the government is taking all possible measures to mitigate human–wildlife conflict, including incidents involving elephants, and emphasised its continued efforts to safeguard both human lives and wildlife.
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26-year-old man arrested for stabbing mother-in-law in Belagavi
Belagavi: A 26-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his mother-in-law following an argument over a video call in Aladakatti village in Savadatti taluk of Belagavi district, according to Asianet News.
The accused, identified as Aravind Gawali, allegedly attacked his mother-in-law, Mahadevi Karigar (45), after a dispute related to frequent video calls. She is currently undergoing treatment in the ICU at Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences.
Police said Mahadevi had arranged her daughter’s marriage to Aravind, a resident of Mantur village in Hubballi taluk, about one-and-a-half years ago. The couple recently had a child, and the woman was staying at her parental home for post-delivery care. There are allegations that Aravind had been harassing his wife.
Mahadevi got annoyed with her son-in-law’s constant video calls. She told him, “I can’t just sit around on the mobile all day, leaving my work aside. Call only once a day.” Aravind then allegedly abused her with foul language. In response, Mahadevi warned him, saying, “If you come to our village, I won’t spare you.”
Following the argument, Aravind allegedly came to Aladakatti village, stabbed his mother-in-law, and fled the scene.
Police said the accused later posted a WhatsApp status: “Today jail, tomorrow bail. I won’t spare you.”
He was later arrested. A case has been registered at Murugod Police Station, and further investigation is underway.
