DM Reaches Remote Tadam Village After Wildlife Attack Death, Assures Full Support to Family
Almora: Salt Block’s remote Tadam village witnessed an emotional and significant administrative visit after local resident Mahipal Singh lost his life in a tragic human-wildlife conflict incident a few days ago. District Magistrate Anshul Singh personally trekked through difficult terrain to reach the village, expressing solidarity with the bereaved family and assuring villagers that the administration stands firmly with them during this difficult time.
The District Magistrate met the family members of the deceased and conveyed deep condolences. He interacted with the women and children of the family, listened carefully to their concerns, and assured them that the administration would provide all possible assistance. He stated that the government and district administration are committed to supporting the family both emotionally and financially.
Considering the family’s economic condition, the DM directed officials to appoint one daughter of the deceased temporarily as a Data Entry Operator at the Salt Tehsil office. Instructions were also issued for the temporary engagement of another daughter as a volunteer teacher. He said the administration’s priority is to ensure that the tragic incident does not adversely affect the future of the children.
During his visit, the DM also held discussions with villagers regarding local issues. Residents highlighted increasing wildlife threats, poor road connectivity, drinking water shortages, and lack of basic facilities in the remote area. Taking serious note of the grievances, the District Magistrate directed concerned departments to take immediate action.
The DM expressed strong displeasure over the absence of the Executive Engineer of the Public Works Department, Ranikhet, during the inspection and instructed officials to issue an explanation notice.
To enhance the safety of villagers, the District Magistrate ordered chain-link fencing across vulnerable areas of the village to prevent wildlife intrusion. He also directed improvement work on the road from Tadam to Bhonkhal and installation of solar lights along the route to ensure safer movement for villagers, especially during nighttime.
The Forest Department was instructed to intensify patrolling in the area to prevent future wildlife conflict incidents. Directions were also issued for laying a drinking water pipeline from the nearby stream to the village. The DM further assured villagers that work on the Kumairiya-Borad road project would be expedited.
Villagers appreciated the District Magistrate for personally visiting the remote village and understanding their hardships on the ground. Many residents said it was the first time they truly felt that the administration was listening to their concerns with sensitivity.
Meanwhile, Pushkar Singh Dhami also expressed deep condolences over the incident. The Chief Minister spoke over the phone with the deceased’s wife, Deepa Devi, and assured full government support to the family. He directed officials to provide all assistance as per norms and take effective measures to prevent future human-wildlife conflict incidents in the region.
Senior officials including Divisional Forest Officer Deepak Singh, SDM Salt Rinku Bisht, Additional SP Harbans Singh, Tehsildar Abid Ali, local representatives, and villagers were also present during the visit.
