Bengaluru, March 20 -- Karnataka Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre has expressed his profound condolences over the death of a veterinarian who was fatally attacked by a hippopotamus while treating animals at the Tyavarekoppa Zoo in Shivamogga.

Describing the incident as deeply unfortunate, the Minister stated that the government stands with the family of the deceased doctor during this time of grief, emphasising that "every life is precious."

He has directed that immediate compensation be provided to the bereaved family as per existing rules. Furthermore, the Minister issued clear instructions for veterinarians across all state zoos to strictly adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while treating wildlife...