In Karnataka Assembly, Kodagu MLAs Want to 'Marry the Tiger' After Beast Mauls Four to Death

The MLA was referring to an old tradition called 'narimangala' where the tiger hunter was married to the tiger he killed. Tiger hunters were traditionally respected in Kodagu for these animals would pose a threat to livestock. The hunter would also be showered with gifts from the villagers.

from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3bwVHbF