Schools Closed Till Jan 6 as Big Cat Remains Elusive After Livestock Attack
Key Points:
- Tiger kills bull and calf near Chowka, evades forest department tracking
- Officials suspect stone cave near Balidih forest as possible hideout
- Uncertainty looms over Joyda Temple fair scheduled for January 14
JAMSHEDPUR – Eighteen villages near Tulgram forest are living in fear after a tiger killed livestock, with forest officials intensifying search operations.
The forest department has deployed camera traps across the region.
Search Operations
“We believe the tiger retreated after drinking from Suvarnarekha River,” said DFO Saba Alam Ansari.
Meanwhile, tracking cameras are being relocated based on fresh paw marks.
Moreover, experts suggest the tiger might have strayed from nearby wildlife corridors.
Safety Measures
Local schools will remain closed until January 6.
However, viral videos of alleged tiger sightings have heightened public anxiety.
Furthermore, wildlife specialists have been called in to assist tracking efforts.
Impact on Local Life
The upcoming Joyda Temple fair faces uncertainty due to safety concerns.
On the other hand, picnics at Palana Dam have been prohibited.
Additionally, recent wildlife surveys indicate increasing big cat movements in the region.
