An extraordinary incident unfolded in Jhampuli village under Kishorenagar police limits in Angul district, on Thursday, where a crocodile attacked a goat near Jhimai rivulet (a Jora in local parlance). The goat, while grazing, was suddenly grabbed by the crocodile.

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The man, identified as Ranjit Pradhan, immediately jumped into the water and fought with the crocodile to rescue his domestic goat, but lost his hand in the fight.

In the fierce struggle, the crocodile bit off Ranjit’s hand. Severely injured, he was first taken to a health facility in Kishorenagar and was later transferred to Angul district headquarters hospital (DHH) for advanced treatment. His current condition is critical as doctors continue

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