Two Injured, Villagers on High AlertA wave of fear has swept through three villages in the Dudhiani Range of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, following a series of tiger attacks. Two people, including a college student, were injured when a tiger attacked them, sparking panic among locals who are now afraid to venture out even during daylight.
Key Developments
More than 10 people were attacked by the tiger yesterday alone, heightening the sense of terror.
Authorities have deployed a tranquilizer team to capture the tiger and alerted villagers through postal machines.
The Forest Department is working to ensure safety, though villagers remain apprehensive.
Mayurbhanj has seen previous instances of human-tiger conflict, with sightings of melanistic tigers near human habitations causing concern. The Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) is a known habitat for such wildlife, and experts suggest habitat protection is crucial for balancing human and wildlife safety.
Ongoing SituationThe situation remains tense, with locals fearing for their safety. The Forest Department's efforts to tranquilize and manage the tiger's movement are underway to mitigate further attacks and restore calm in the affected villages.