Bear Attack in Chhattisgarh: 2 Men Attacked by 4 Bears While Collecting Firewood in Dhamtari
Bear Attack Chhattisgarh: Two men were seriously injured after a group of four bears attacked them while they were collecting firewood in a forest near Tumdi Bahar village in Dhamtari’s Nagri area. Dinesh Negi, 25, was critically injured and referred to Raipur, while Madan Netam, 20, is receiving treatment. Families have sought compensation after the attack.
Two men were seriously injured after a group of four bears attacked them while they were collecting firewood in a forest near Tumdi Bahar village in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari district on Wednesday morning, September 16. One of the injured men, Dinesh Negi, 25, was critically hurt and referred to Raipur for further treatment, while his companion, Madan Netam, 20, is undergoing treatment.
The two men, residents of the area, had entered the forest to collect firewood when the bears suddenly attacked them. According to the information available, three bears attacked Negi, while another bear attacked Netam, leaving both men seriously injured and bleeding at the spot. Chhattisgarh Bear Attack: Brother and Sister Killed by Wild Bear in Kanker District, Another Sibling Injured (Video).
4 Bears Attack Dinesh Negi
Dinesh Negi, a 25-year-old resident of Arjuni village, suffered serious injuries after three bears attacked him in the forest. His companion, Madan Netam, 20, was attacked by another bear during the incident. Both men were subsequently taken to the district hospital for treatment after being injured in the attack.
Doctors assessed Negi's condition and referred him to Raipur for further treatment. Netam continues to receive medical care for the injuries sustained in the attack. Bear Attack in Tamil Nadu: 8-Year-Old Assam Boy Mauled to Death by Sloth Bear in Valparai.
The incident has triggered concern among residents in the area, with villagers claiming that bear attacks have been increasing in the region. The latest incident has heightened concerns among people who regularly enter nearby forests for firewood and other essential needs. Residents now fear venturing into the forest, where they depend on forest resources for their daily requirements.
The families of the two injured men have sought compensation following the incident. The demand comes as both victims continue to receive treatment, with Negi requiring further medical care in Raipur because of the severity of his injuries. The incident has once again raised concerns over the safety of villagers who depend on nearby forests for firewood and other needs.
The attack highlights the risks faced by people living close to forested areas and entering forests for essential resources. Villagers' claims that bear attacks have been increasing in the area are yet to be independently established through official figures in the information available. The latest incident has nevertheless renewed calls for greater attention to the safety of people who enter forest areas for livelihood and household requirements.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 17, 2026 04:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
