Residents near Nikashi in Baksa were left in a state of panic when a wild mithun caused chaos on the Indo-Bhutan border, resulting in injuries to two individuals.
Madan Nirla and Rajesh Tirkey, who were the victims, suffered severe injuries and were quickly taken to Musalpur Civil Hospital for immediate medical treatment.
The untamed mithun, thought to have strayed from the Batabari forest, wreaked havoc in the Nikashi region, instilling fear among the residents. The distressing incident was recorded on video, showcasing the desperate efforts of the wounded individuals to defend themselves against the hostile creature.
The forest department officials and local police acted promptly to address the situation, working together to control the wild mithun and ensure the safety of the residents. Despite their efforts, the animal’s presence continued to cause fear among the locals, leading to increased vigilance in the vicinity.
The event acts as a clear indication of the unforeseeable situations that inhabitants confront in border areas, where the intrusion of wildlife presents a continuous danger to human well-being.
Mithun or gayal (Bos frontalis) is believed to have originated near the Assam-Burma border, although the exact time of their domestication remains uncertain. Tribal communities residing in the northern region of the Brahmaputra River, specifically in the areas between Burma and Bhutan, rear mithuns in significant quantities.
