Key Points
- Farmers in Vijaypurwa village, Chandauli, encountered a 12-foot-long crocodile in the fields on Sunday morning.
- The crocodile likely came from the Latif Shah Dam in the Karmanasa River after heavy rains.
- Forest department officials took around four hours to capture the crocodile.
- The crocodile was safely released into the Chandraprabha River.
- Residents are calling for increased security and monitoring to prevent future incidents.
Looma News
On Sunday morning, a startling scene unfolded in Vijaypurwa village, Chandauli, when farmers discovered a massive 12-foot-long crocodile in their fields. The sight of the giant reptile left the local farmers in a state of panic. They immediately alerted the forest department, and the community quickly gathered to witness the rare and alarming visitor.
The crocodile is believed to have wandered into the village from the Latif Shah Dam, which is situated on the Karmanasa River. Heavy rains in the area may have prompted the crocodile to seek out new territory. Such occurrences are not entirely uncommon during the monsoon season, but the size of this particular crocodile heightened the situation’s urgency.
The forest department responded to the situation and spent approximately four hours capturing the crocodile. A video capturing the crocodile’s release into the Chandraprabha River after its capture has gained attention online. This video shows the crocodile making its way back to a more suitable habitat, highlighting the successful conclusion of a tense operation.
In the wake of the incident, villagers are expressing concern over their safety and have called for better monitoring and protection measures. They are urging the forest department to enhance their surveillance to prevent future crocodile encroachments into residential areas, especially during the rainy season when such events are more likely.
