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Friday, Jun 6, 2025
'A tiger lords over a territory that spans 20 to 50 kilometres. Not even a fly can sneak in without me knowing.'
RRT units from Wayanad, Nilambur South, and Nilambur North are deployed in Kalikavu
Dr Arun Zacharia said the tiger is from Silent Valley.
A 60-member team of forest personnel, led by Chief Veterinary Surgeon Dr Arun Zachariah, is deployed for the operation.
The department expects that the wild animal, currently on the prowl, will be tranquillised and captured within two days.
Leopard enters tribal hut in Palakkad, injures child and escapes with pet dog. Locals fear more attacks as fencing fails.
The tragedy sparked a protest by local residents against the Forest Department, with demonstrators bringing Gafoor's body down from the hill.
Kalikavu, a remote area bordering Karuvarakundu, is around five to six kilometres from the nearest road and has limited vehicle access.
Locals have also reported spotting a tiger with three cubs in the vicinity.
In Chirangara, a tiger was spotted again on Tuesday, days after its presence was first confirmed in the area.
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