LUCKNOW, Feb. 23 -- A tiger wandering in the Rehmankheda area since December 10, 2024, has managed to survive so far in February without making a major kill, raising concerns among forest officials involved in its rescue. The last reported large prey kill was on January 27, leaving experts assessing their next course of action.

The tiger's presence has kept residents of 10 nearby villages indoors after sunset, with many adjusting their daily routines to avoid solitary outdoor activities. Despite multiple attempts by the forest department to lure the animal using bait, it has only consumed around 10 kilograms of meat from a tied bait. No fresh animal carcass was found in February, suggesting the tiger has not hunted any stray prey during ...