Operation Bhediya in Bahraich: Bloodthirsty Wolf Captured, Watch the Video
In a significant breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department has captured the fifth wolf from a pack of six that has been terrorizing the Mahsi Tehsil area of Bahraich. Over the past few months, the region has been gripped by fear due to a series of wolf attacks, resulting in the deaths of 10 people, including nine children.
Tense Atmosphere in Bahraich
The situation in Bahraich has remained tense, as wolves have claimed at least 10 lives. Most of the victims were children, with seven of the deaths occurring between July 17 and September 2, within a span of just 47 days. While the Forest Department has successfully trapped five out of the six wolves, the attacks continue to instill fear among the residents.
#WATCH | Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh: The Forest Department captured the fifth wolf and is now taking it to a rescue shelter of the Forest Department.
— ANI (@ANI) September 10, 2024
So far 5 wolves have been caught. One more wolf remains to be caught. pic.twitter.com/euCm2tKaAr
Government Response and Safety Measures
In response to the ongoing threat, the government has deployed a large police force, including Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) and forest department teams, across the area. To ensure the safety of the residents, local panchayat buildings and primary schools have been converted into temporary shelters. The 35 affected villages have been divided into three sectors, with dedicated teams assigned to each.
Bahraich’s Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Ajit Pratap Singh, stated that a multi-faceted approach is being used to capture the wolves. Thermal drones are being employed to track the wolves’ movements, while local residents are also assisting by providing information. Footprints and other signs are being closely monitored to pinpoint the animals’ locations.
Latest Attack and Efforts to Capture the Wolves
The most recent attack occurred on September 3 in Giridharpur, where a five-year-old girl, Afsana, was injured. Earlier, on September 2, a two-and-a-half-year-old girl, Anjali, was killed in an attack in Navnagarheti village.
Forest officials have been conducting awareness campaigns and ensuring that night patrols continue without interruption. The command center, set up at the divisional level, operates 24/7 to gather information and coordinate action. The fourth wolf from the pack was captured on August 29, bringing some relief to the region, but efforts to capture the final wolf are still underway.
As authorities continue their efforts to safeguard the residents of Bahraich, the community remains on high alert, awaiting the capture of the last wolf and the restoration of peace in the area.
