Woman Dies After Falling From Temple Hill Amid Monkey Scare in Tamil Nadu

A newlywed woman in Tamil Nadu died after falling from a temple hill, reportedly surrounded by monkeys. The incident occurred after she was startled by the animals.

27 Jun, 03:52 — 27 Jun, 06:31

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This incident highlights the increasing human-wildlife conflict in populated areas, particularly around religious sites. The presence of monkeys, often fed by devotees, can pose unexpected dangers, leading to tragic outcomes.

Key entitiesAnitha Kalugumalai Ucchi Pillayar temple Tuticorin Tamil Nadu

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual42d ago

After monkey scare, newlywed woman dies after falling from temple hill in Tamil Nadu

A tragic incident unfolded at the Kalugumalai Ucchi Pillayar temple in Tuticorin where a newlywed woman, Anitha, 24, lost her life. While feeding monkeys on Friday evening, she reportedly panicked when a group surrounded her. In her haste to escape, she fell approximately 120 feet from the hilltop, succumbing to her injuries at the scene. Police are investigating the unfortunate event.

By AHAMED ALI

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ndtvMostly Factual42d ago