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The Bhitarkanika National Park, located in Kendrapara district, is home to 1,793 saltwater crocodiles, according to the annual reptile census conducted in January this year.
After hearing screams on Thursday evening, locals rushed towards the river bank and began searching for the source. The fire service personnel also launched a rescue operation and eventually recovered the severed head of Das after hours of searching.