Elephant attacks leave Rajapur border villages in terror
Summary
Elephants have attacked villages bordering India's Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajapur, damaging homes and crops, causing terror among residents and forcing some to relocate.
Key Points
- Elephants attacked and damaged homes in Rajapur's Ishwariganj Mahila Tole, causing residents to live in fear or relocate.
- Wildlife, including elephants, tigers, and leopards, have been frequently sighted in border areas near Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, leading to repeated attacks over the past decade.
- Dozens of elephants enter the area nightly, destroying crops such as wheat and mustard, severely affecting farmers' livelihoods.
- An electric fence installed around 15 years ago to prevent wildlife intrusion is now damaged and unrepaired, reducing its effectiveness in protecting villagers.
