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| gangaram | Gangaram, a 130-year-old crocodile, lived in a community pond in Bawa Mohtara village, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India. Despite being a wild animal, Gangaram was deeply revered by the villagers, who considered him a protector and a friend. Unique Bond with the Villagers Gangaram never harmed anyone, even when villagers, including children, swam close to him in the pond. The villagers would share the pond with Gangaram, using it for fetching water and Gangaram would feed on the fish present in the pond. The villagers would also feed Gangaram rice and dal, and he would eat it from their hands. Funeral and Tributes When Gangaram passed away on January 8, 2019, the villagers mourned his death deeply. Over 500 people attended his funeral procession, which was led by the village head, Mohan Sahu. The villagers buried Gangaram with full respect and dignity, decorating the truck carrying his body with flowers and garlands. People from surrounding villages also joined the funeral procession to pay their last respects. Legacy Gangaram’s story highlights the importance of human-animal coexistence. The villagers’ affection and respect for Gangaram set an example of living harmoniously with wild animals. The villagers have also planned to construct a temple in memory of Gangaram, further solidifying their bond with the crocodile. Key Facts Age: Approximately 130 years old Length: 3.4 meters (11.2 feet) Residence: Community pond in Bawa Mohtara village, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India Behavior: Never harmed anyone, even when swum upon by villagers, including children Diet: Fed on fish in the pond and occasionally received rice and dal from villagers |
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