The fresh drone visuals from Bahraich show the intensified search operation to hunt the remaining two “killer” wolves as the fear of attack persists among the people. To stop these wolf attacks, the forest department team is working tirelessly.
According to forest sources, among the two wolves, one is a lone wolf attacking people. General Manager of the Forest Department, Sanjay Pathak, told ANI, “We are working rigorously with our team with 24-hour monitoring of the affected areas.”
Pathak also mentioned that instead of goats, sheep will now be placed near their habitat as sheep are preferred by wolves. Once the wolves feed on sheep, their “man-eating” behavior is expected to change, reducing the threat to humans.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Drone visuals from Bahraich where a search operation is underway to catch the wolves left. So far 4 wolves have been caught. There are 2 wolves left. pic.twitter.com/lc0KYJ35Li
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Pathak added that misinformation and false reports of wolf sightings are hindering the search operation. Such rumors cause forest personnel to search areas where wolves are not present, often resulting in wasted efforts as the animals turn out to be jackals.
Regarding rumors, Pathak noted that they are currently warning those spreading false information. However, if these rumors continue, they may involve district administration and police to take action, as they disrupt the operation. Snap cameras have also been installed near the wolves’ habitat to locate and monitor them.
In response to the wolf attacks, the Bahraich district administration has established shelter homes to protect villagers. The Panchayat Bhawan in Chandpaiya village has been converted into a shelter for villagers lacking secure homes. Many are now living in these shelters due to the fear of wolves and the poor condition of their houses.
Residents of the Panchayat Bhawan shelter recounted their experiences of terror, having been forced to leave their homes. The supervisor at the shelter reported, “Here arrangements have been made for the villagers to stay. 7 to 8 people stay here, with some having been here for the last five days and others for ten days. As more people arrive, additional arrangements will be made. The MLA and panchayat officials are taking care of the needs, including drinking water and toilet facilities.”
So far, four wolves have been captured. Drone visuals taken on Saturday morning at Harbaksh Purwa village showed extensive surveillance of agricultural land. Forest officials conducted a search operation in the area, having located the wolf with the aid of thermal drones the previous night.
(With ANI Inputs)
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