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A Royal Bengal Tiger has been reported in the vicinity of human settlements near the Sundarbans, triggering immediate action from the forest department. On Monday, fresh paw prints of the tiger were discovered in the Maipith area, specifically in the villages of Shrikant Palli and Kishorimohanpur, located near the jungle. The tiger is believed to have strayed from its natural habitat in the Sundarbans to the surrounding villages.
The first sign of the tiger's presence was observed when a local fisherman noticed large paw prints near the Nazirpur area along the riverbank. Shortly thereafter, villagers reported hearing the roar of the tiger, adding to concerns. In response, the forest department quickly mobilized a search operation and cordoned off the area with a protective net to prevent the animal from advancing into the populated areas.
In addition to securing the area, the forest department has set up traps in the affected regions to capture the tiger and relocate it to the forest. Authorities suspect that the animal may have been drawn to the area due to a dead cattle carcass found near the riverbank. The discovery of this carcass is believed to have attracted the tiger closer to the human settlements, which is a common behavior for tigers in search of food.
The search operation is being coordinated by the Divisional Forest Officer of South 24 Parganas, alongside local forest staff. Additional measures, including increased surveillance, have been put in place to monitor the tiger's movements and ensure the safety of the villagers. The department has also advised the locals to remain cautious and avoid venturing too close to the jungle. The forest department continues to closely monitor the situation, with efforts focused on capturing and relocating the tiger to prevent further incidents.