A crocodile was seen dragging a woman into the Kharasrota River in Odisha. The incident took place when Soudamini Mahala was bathing near the river on 6 October, as per media reports. Her half eaten body was recovered near the river the next day. Following this, the forest department will provide a compensation of Rs. 10 lakh to Mahala’s family members. In Odisha, crocodile attacks have claimed at least 29 lives over the past 40 months, particularly in areas surrounding Bhitarkanika National Park. Crocodile numbers rise during and after the monsoon season (June to September) due to higher water levels and increased humidity, which create favorable conditions for nesting and hatchling.