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Health
45-Year-Old Man Critically Injured in Bear Attack in Jammu & Kashmir
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 01:03 AM
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A 45‑year‑old man was critically wounded after a bear attacked him in Jammu and Kashmir, and is now receiving intensive care.
A bear attacked a 45‑year‑old man in a remote area of Jammu and Kashmir, leaving him with serious injuries. The victim was rescued by local forest officials who arrived at the scene shortly after the incident. He was rushed to the nearest hospital where doctors placed him in intensive care, describing his condition as critical. Health authorities have confirmed that the patient is being monitored closely and that any further medical updates will be released as they become available. Wildlife officials have noted that such attacks are rare in the region and are reviewing safety protocols for forest visitors.