Shivamogga, March 20 -- Forest Minister condoles death, instructs Zoo Vets to follow SOPs

A young veterinarian, serving at Tyavarekoppa Zoo in Shivamogga, died at a hospital this morning after she was bitten and seriously injured by a pregnant hippo yesterday.

The deceased veterinarian is Dr. Sameeksha Reddy (27). She was recently appointed as a veterinarian at Tyavarekoppa Zoo on a contract basis.

The incident occurred around 11.30 pm. Dr. Sameeksha had gone to treat an ailing wild animal, when the hippo attacked her causing serious injuries. Though she was immediately rushed to a hospital in Shivamogga, she succumbed to injuries around 6.30 am today.

Minister condoles

Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwar B. Khandre has e...