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Satpura Tiger Reserve Official Suspended for Feeding Sambar Deer Poha
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 26 Jun 2026, 04:02 PM
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An official from Satpura Tiger Reserve has been suspended following a viral video showing a Sambar deer being fed poha. The Forest Department took swift action after the incident gained attention.
A senior official at the Satpura Tiger Reserve has been suspended from his duties. The action was taken after a video circulated widely on social media, depicting a Sambar deer being fed poha, a popular Indian breakfast dish.
The Forest Department initiated an investigation into the matter upon becoming aware of the viral footage. The alleged feeding of processed food to a wild animal raised concerns about wildlife safety and protocol adherence within the reserve.
Following the inquiry, the In-charge Assistant Director, identified as Vinod Verma, was suspended. This disciplinary measure underscores the department's commitment to maintaining the health and natural feeding habits of the wildlife under its protection.
The Forest Department initiated an investigation into the matter upon becoming aware of the viral footage. The alleged feeding of processed food to a wild animal raised concerns about wildlife safety and protocol adherence within the reserve.
Following the inquiry, the In-charge Assistant Director, identified as Vinod Verma, was suspended. This disciplinary measure underscores the department's commitment to maintaining the health and natural feeding habits of the wildlife under its protection.