PATNA: A man in Bihar fought with a crocodile to save his buffalo. The man suffered severe injuries to his feet and has been admitted to a government hospital. Authorities have announced that the man will be honored for his brave act.
According to reports, 22-year-old Babloo Yadav was tending his cattle along a pond outside his village in West Champaran district on Tuesday evening when a crocodile suddenly jumped out of the water, grabbed the buffalo and began dragging it into the water.
Yadav, who was sitting on the bank with a bamboo stick in his hand, was initially terrified but mustered the courage to attack the crocodile with the stick.
Witnesses said the crocodile, stung by hits to its face, freed the buffalo but grasped the man’s right leg. The man continued attacking the crocodile on its face, in its mouth, and in its eyes with his stick. Eventually, the reptile loosened its grip and disappeared into the water.
Villagers instantly rushed the wounded man to the hospital where he is being treated. Doctors say he will be discharged soon.
His brave act has become a talk of the town with local officials announcing an award.
(Agencies)
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