Chhattisgarh Village Mourns 130-Year-Old Crocodile

In a rare display of human-wildlife bond, the residents of Gangaram village in Chhattisgarh came together to mourn the death of a 130-year-old crocodile. The reptile, which had become an integral part of the village ecosystem, was revered by the locals. The story of the village's affection for the crocodile has now been included in an NCERT textbook, highlighting the unique relationship between humans and animals in the region. The inclusion of this story in the textbook is expected to raise awareness about the importance of conservation and coexistence with wildlife.