Nepal, April 27 -- The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife.

The western main canal of the project is not animal-friendly. Wildlife approaching the canal to quench their thirst frequently get trapped in it. Most sections of the canal pass through Banke National Park, as well as the community forests, national forests, and government-managed block forests.

With the onset of summer, animals reach the canal almost every day in search of water, said Division Forest Office information officer Tanka Gurung.

He added that on Saturday, four spotted deer got trapped in the canal near the Haralaphanta Community Forest and were later rescued through joint efforts of forest official...