Archive · 24 Jun 2025
Man Survives Crocodile Attack in Odisha's Bhitarkanika Park
A man in India was attacked by a crocodile but bravely fought it off and survived.
The man, who has some vision problems, was in a river when the crocodile attacked.
He fought back and escaped with minor injuries.
This happened during crocodile nesting season, when they can be more aggressive.
Park officials are putting up barriers at bathing spots to keep people safe from the crocodiles.
A partially visually impaired man survived a crocodile attack in Odisha's Bhitarkanika National Park.
Pravat Mandal, 54, from Arunnagar village, fought off the crocodile in Ramachandi creek.
Mandal sustained minor injuries and is recovering at a local health center.
The attack occurred during the nesting season of estuarine crocodiles, known for increased aggression.
Authorities have erected bamboo barricades at 170 bathing ghats to protect people from crocodiles.
- Who
- Pravat Mandal, a 54-year-old man from Arunnagar village.
- What
- A man survived a crocodile attack.
- When
- The incident occurred during the nesting season of the crocodiles.
- Where
- Ramachandi creek in Odisha's Bhitarkanika National Park.
- Why
- Estuarine crocodiles are more aggressive during their nesting season.
Safety Measures
Animal Behavior
Protective actions
Safety Measures
Prioritize the safety of the local population by taking precautions like keeping safe distances.
Animal Behavior
Erecting bamboo barricades at bathing ghats to protect humans.
- Victim
- Pravat Mandal
- Age
- 54
- Location
- Ramachandi creek, Bhitarkanika National Park
- Injuries
- Minor
- Treatment
- Community health center
- Crocodile Type
- Estuarine
- Protective Measures
- Bamboo barricades at bathing ghats