Tragic Fall Claims Life of Forest Worker

Anand Lal, a 53-year-old contractual worker in the forest department, tragically lost his life after slipping into a gorge in Birla Chungi. The incident occurred on Friday while Lal was engaged in preventive measures to mitigate forest fires.

Lal, a resident of Birla Chungi, was clearing dry leaves to combat the risk of summer wildfires. Sadly, while performing his duties, he lost his footing on a rock, resulting in his fatal fall into the gorge.

Forest department officials and family members quickly responded to the scene. Tragically, despite prompt medical attention at a nearby hospital, doctors pronounced Lal dead upon arrival. Naina Range Officer Lalit Mohan Karki noted that Lal was hired temporarily for forest fire prevention.