MC issues tender to capture 3K monkeys in Bahadurgarh

Residents of Bahadurgarh may soon see relief from monkey menace, as the Municipal Council has issued a tender to a private agency for capturing the simians. The captured monkeys will be released in forests of Aravali and Kalesar.

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Sources indicate that the agency will be paid Rs 1,417 for each monkey captured. It is estimated that around 3,000 monkeys inhabit Bahadurgarh, who pose a risk to residents. Numerous incidents of monkey attacks have been reported in the city in recent weeks.

“The simian scare has become a significant nuisance for residents. They damage household items and steal food from homes. Troops of monkeys can often be seen crossing roads and streets. They don’t hesitate to attack if one tries to shoo them away,” said Sushil, a Bahadurgarh resident.

Parveen, a local shopkeeper, shared an incident where an elderly man was attacked by a monkey a few days ago. The man was carrying fruit home from the market when a monkey snatched it from his hand and fled. This incident underscores the urgent need to capture the monkeys to protect people, he added.

Suresh, another resident, said, “Monkeys create chaos on rooftops and walls. They damage items inside homes and even tear clothes hanging outside, prompting homeowners to install iron grills and nets for protection.”

Sanjay Rohila, Executive Officer of the Bahadurgarh Municipal Council, told “The Tribune” that the cost of capturing was single monkey is Rs 1,417, which included provision for their food.

“The videography of the capture and release process would be conducted to ensure that the specified number of monkeys is caught and released in accordance with the tender conditions,” he added.

Another official from the Municipal Council noted that the monkey population in the city had increased significantly in recent times. “If necessary, the capturing process will continue even after 3,000 monkeys have been caught,” he added.