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A large crocodile has been sighted in the Mahanadi river near Paradip, triggering panic among villagers residing along the riverbanks. The reptile was seen moving through the water in the vicinity of Chaumuhani, Balidia, Mushadiha, and Bhutmundai areas where local residents rely heavily on the river for their daily needs.
Villagers regularly use the Mahanadi for bathing, washing clothes, and other household chores. However, the sighting of a crocodile has raised serious concerns about safety, making everyday activities along the river fraught with risk.
According to locals, the crocodile is suspected to be a saltwater species, ...