Tirap, March 29:
In a notable wildlife rescue effort, the Deomali Forest Division successfully rescued a stranded Himalayan black bear cub, estimated to be around one month old, from Borduria village under Deomali subdivision in Tirap district.
According to official sources, the incident came to light on March 26 when local residents, including Ponpong Ruttum and Wanghon Lettey, discovered the cub alone in an agricultural field and promptly informed the Forest Department.
Acting swiftly, a team from the Borduria Forest Range led by Range Forest Officer (RFO) Diwang Lowang reached the site and safely secured the cub under the supervision of the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Deomali Forest Division.
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| Rescued Bear cub |
The cub was initially provided necessary care and monitoring by forest officials. Subsequently, on March 28, it was handed over to veterinarian Dr. Panjit Basumatary at the Centre for Bear Rehabilitation and Conservation (CBRC), located within Pakke Tiger Reserve, for specialized treatment and rehabilitation. The transfer took place at Namsai in the presence of officials from the Namsai Forest Division.
RFO Diwang Lowang commended the villagers for their timely response and cooperation in safeguarding wildlife. He also urged the public to actively support conservation efforts by avoiding activities such as forest destruction, poaching, and illegal hunting.
Environment & Forest Minister Wangki Lowang lauded the villagers for their prompt action and their role in assisting the Forest Department in rescuing the cub.
