Leopards roaming freely in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, have injured five people in Bargadwa village. The forest department advises not to go alone into sugarcane fields or leave meat or livestock outside. Villagers previously dealt with wolf attacks, which led to significant incidents before being controlled. Financial assistance will be provided to the injured.
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