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Boy's Vision Saved by Doctors Post-Leopard Attack
10 Apr
Summary
- A 10-year-old boy attacked by a leopard is expected to regain vision.
- Reconstructive surgery successfully repaired severe facial and eye injuries.
- Forest officials provided support for the child's medical treatment.
A 10-year-old boy named Raju Babu is expected to retain vision in his left eye following a severe leopard attack on April 7 in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich. The attack occurred near the Motipur range of Katerniaghat, where the child was playing outside his home. Villagers alerted by his cries forced the leopard to retreat.
Initially treated at local health centers, Raju was referred to King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow due to his grave injuries, particularly to his left eye and face. Doctors there performed a complex, three-layered reconstructive surgery on his eyelid on Thursday evening.
This surgery was crucial to prevent exposure and potential damage to the cornea. The plastic surgery department expressed confidence in preserving the child's sight. The Forest Department, led by Divisional Forest Officer Apoorva Dixit, actively supported the family, ensuring immediate and advanced medical care for Raju.
Raju's mother, Sangeeta Devi, expressed immense relief, having feared permanent blindness for her son. The family's hope was bolstered by the assurance of support from forest officials. Raju is now recovering and expected to overcome the traumatic experience with his vision intact.
