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Grandfather and Two Grandchildren Killed by Bee Swarm While Grazing Cattle in Kajra, Chhindwara
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 08:15 AM
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A grandfather and his two grandchildren died after a bee swarm attacked them while grazing cattle in Kajra village, Newton Chowki area of Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.
A tragic incident unfolded in Kajra village, Newton Chowki area of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, where a grandfather and his two grandchildren lost their lives after a sudden bee swarm descended on them while they were out grazing cattle.
Local sources reported that the family had taken their livestock to pasture when a large number of honeybees aggressively attacked, delivering multiple stings. Despite immediate first‑aid efforts, the victims could not survive the venom.
District health officials arrived at the scene, confirmed the fatalities and opened an inquiry to determine why the swarm was triggered, suspecting disturbance of a nearby beehive.
The episode underscores the hazards faced by rural workers in regions where wild bee colonies exist, prompting authorities to advise villagers to exercise caution and seek prompt medical treatment if stung.
Local sources reported that the family had taken their livestock to pasture when a large number of honeybees aggressively attacked, delivering multiple stings. Despite immediate first‑aid efforts, the victims could not survive the venom.
District health officials arrived at the scene, confirmed the fatalities and opened an inquiry to determine why the swarm was triggered, suspecting disturbance of a nearby beehive.
The episode underscores the hazards faced by rural workers in regions where wild bee colonies exist, prompting authorities to advise villagers to exercise caution and seek prompt medical treatment if stung.