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Defence
Soldier Killed by Bison Attack While Playing Football at Narmadapuram Army Ground
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 11:34 AM
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A 26‑year‑old Indian Army soldier died after a bison emerged from nearby bushes and impaled his abdomen while he was playing football at the army sports field in Pachehri, Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh.
A 26‑year‑old Indian Army soldier died after a bison attacked him on the army sports ground in Pachehri, Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh. The soldier was playing football with fellow servicemen when the animal emerged from nearby bushes.
According to army officials, the bison charged from behind and thrust its horns into the soldier’s abdomen, causing severe injuries. On‑site medical staff provided immediate first aid before the wounded soldier was rushed to a military hospital.
While being transported, the soldier succumbed to his injuries before reaching the hospital. The incident has prompted the army to review safety protocols around its training and recreational areas, especially in regions where wild bison are known to roam.
According to army officials, the bison charged from behind and thrust its horns into the soldier’s abdomen, causing severe injuries. On‑site medical staff provided immediate first aid before the wounded soldier was rushed to a military hospital.
While being transported, the soldier succumbed to his injuries before reaching the hospital. The incident has prompted the army to review safety protocols around its training and recreational areas, especially in regions where wild bison are known to roam.