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Veterinarian killed in hippopotamus attack at Shivamogga safari zoo

Updated on: 21 March,2026 09:56 AM IST  |  Bengaluru
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The deceased, Dr Sameeksha Reddy, 26, had been recently appointed on a contract basis. She was attacked around 11.30 pm on Thursday while attending to the wild animal.

Veterinarian killed in hippopotamus attack at Shivamogga safari zoo

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A veterinarian at the Tavarekoppa Lion and Safari Zoo in Shivamogga died after being attacked by a hippopotamus while providing the animal with medical care inside its enclosure. 

The deceased, Dr Sameeksha Reddy, 26, had been recently appointed on a contract basis. She was attacked around 11.30 pm on Thursday while attending to the wild animal.


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