Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 28 -- Tribal leaders seek Rs. 1 crore ex gratia as per Forest Minister's announcement

Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre condoled the death and stated that financial assistance would be provided as per rules.

Just three days earlier, Khandre had announced that families of forest staff who die in the line of duty would receive Rs. 1 crore as insurance compensation. Tribal leaders have now demanded that Sanna Haida's family be extended this relief, along with a Government job for one dependent.

The incident has triggered a debate on responsibility and safety. Safari operations in Bandipur and Nagarahole have been suspended since Nov. 8 following protests over tiger attacks on farmers.

Some fores...