Humans Blamed as Animal Attacks Escalate Across India

As of November 5th, 2025, man-animal conflicts have escalated across India, with various species including dogs, cats, leopards, tigers, monkeys, elephants, and snakes clashing with humans in their daily lives. In many cases, the animals are the ones bearing the brunt of these confrontations.

Stray and pet dogs have found themselves in the crosshairs, with angry citizens demanding their removal and sterilization. Leopards have been forced to venture into cities like Mumbai and Gurugram as their habitats are encroached upon, leading to attacks on dogs and even children. Elephants, whose ancient migratory routes have been blocked by human development, have gone berserk, attacking village homes and bars. Tigers, too, have been known to attack when their territories are intruded upon by villagers.

Interestingly, the article points out that the number of people killed by motor vehicle accidents every year, around 200,000, far exceeds the combined toll of all animal attacks. Yet, the media and public outrage seem to focus disproportionately on the latter. The article argues that there is a clear double standard, where animals that step out of line are often condemned, while reckless human drivers face relatively lenient punishment.

The root cause of these man-animal conflicts, the article asserts, is the encroachment of human activities into the natural habitats of these creatures. As we continue to expand our footprint, we are leaving these animals with no choice but to venture into our spaces, leading to these deadly confrontations.