Guwahati, 19th September: A male Hoolock Gibbon named Kalia has met a tragic end, leading to outrage and allegations of negligence by the Assam forest department in Barekuri village, Tinsukia district.
Kalia, who had captured the hearts of tourists in the region, succumbed to a mysterious illness on Tuesday morning. Distressingly, locals had promptly informed the forest department about Kalia’s deteriorating health. However, reports suggest that forest officials failed to take any action to treat the ailing gibbon.
Adding to the tragedy, Kalia had been orphaned by poachers in the past, symbolizing survival against the odds. The neglect that led to her demise has deeply saddened both locals and visitors to the area, sparking calls for accountability and better care of wildlife in Assam.