Wild Boar Seized in Balangir After Suspected Electrocution
A 60-kg wild boar carcass was seized from a farmhouse in Dedara village, Balangir, after suspected electrocution; one person has been arrested.
A joint team of the forest department, police and electricity officials raided a farmhouse in Dedara village under Khaprakhol police limits in Balangir after allegations of illegal hunting surfaced involving a wild boar killed by electric wires. The team seized the carcass of a 60‑kg wild boar. The operation was led by Forest Guards Sudhir Jena and Indramani Behera. The accused, identified as Ugresan Majhi, initially fled but was later brought in for questioning. Balangir DFO Ajit Bishi confirmed that the carcass had been seized and one person arrested.
The seized carcass was sent for post‑mortem at Harishankar forest office. The forest department is investigating the role of the farmhouse owner, misuse of electricity connections and involvement of other individuals.
What concerns has the incident raised?
The incident has sparked debate locally, with questions raised over whether the farmhouse management was aware of the wire‑trap hunting. As one resident put it, “We demand strict legal action against those responsible.” Officials said the accused, identified as Ugresan Majhi, initially fled but was later brought in for questioning. Locals have demanded strict legal action against those responsible, calling for stronger enforcement to deter wildlife poaching. The forest department’s probe into the farmhouse owner’s role and the possible misuse of electricity connections has intensified concerns about illegal hunting practices in the area.
What happens next in the probe?
Authorities said the probe would continue until accountability is fixed, with emphasis on preventing further misuse of electricity for hunting. As an authority stated, “The probe will continue until accountability is fixed, with emphasis on preventing further misuse of electricity for hunting.” The seized carcass remains at Harishankar forest office for post‑mortem examination, and further statements from the forest guards Sudhir Jena and Indramani Behera are expected as the investigation progresses.
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Where was the wild boar found dead?
Near a farmhouse in Dedara village under Khaprakhol police limits in Balangir district.
How was the wild boar killed according to officials?
Electrocution by electric wires laid near the farmhouse is suspected.
What was the weight of the seized wild boar carcass?
The carcass weighed 60 kg.
Who led the raid on the farmhouse?
Forest Guards Sudhir Jena and Indramani Behera led the operation.
Who is the accused in the case?
Ugresan Majhi, who initially fled but was later brought in for questioning.
What did Balangir DFO Ajit Bishi confirm?
He confirmed that the carcass had been seized and one person arrested.
Where was the carcass sent for post-mortem?
It was sent to the Harishankar forest office.
What is the forest department investigating?
The role of the farmhouse owner, misuse of electricity connections, and involvement of other individuals.
What have locals demanded?
Strict legal action against those responsible and stronger enforcement to deter wildlife poaching.
Suresh Sahu
Senior District Correspondent, Balangir
Suresh Sahu has reported on Balangir district for the Mirror since 2020, focusing on drought-relief policy, health infrastructure, and district politics.
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