Tiger Attack Sparks Fear and Anger: Villagers Demand Action

A farmer in Simraiya village narrowly escaped death after a tiger attack, prompting villagers to rescue him and chase away the animal. The incident reignited local anger over frequent wild animal movements near human settlements, with calls for effective forest department action.

A farmer in Simraiya village, Premraj, narrowly escaped death after being attacked by a tiger on Monday afternoon. Villagers quickly rushed to his aid, chasing away the big cat and leaving Premraj critically injured.

Premraj was guarding his wheat crop when the tiger pounced, dragging him towards a nearby canal. His desperate screams alerted farmers and villagers, who drove the animal off. He now suffers from severe neck, torso, arm, and leg injuries, necessitating hospital referral.

This alarming event has stirred anger among locals, who accuse forest officials of negligence despite frequent alerts about wild animals near settlements. The forest department has been informed and investigations are ongoing, while locals demand concrete safety measures.

(With inputs from agencies.)