A tragic incident occurred when a public official was fatally injured by a group of monkeys at his residence. Surinder Singh Bajwa, a deputy mayor in New Delhi, India, was attacked by rhesus macaques on the terrace of his home, leading to a fatal fall. Despite efforts to scare them away, he lost his balance and sustained severe head injuries. He was rushed to Apollo Hospital in critical condition but unfortunately passed away the next day.
Delhi is known to have a significant population of rhesus macaques that frequently invade residential areas, temples, and rooftops, posing a constant danger to residents. Following this incident in 2007, there was a heightened demand for action to address the monkey issue. Calls were made for city authorities to implement effective measures such as relocation programs and enhanced wildlife control strategies.
In remembrance of Surinder Singh Bajwa, government minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan praised his dedication and service to the party and society, especially in supporting the underprivileged. The local community also expressed concerns about the ongoing monkey problem, with residents describing how these animals frequently besiege their homes, requiring constant vigilance and security measures.
The deceased politician’s residence was situated near a temple dedicated to Hanuman, the Hindu monkey deity, where numerous rhesus macaques gathered daily to be fed by tourists and worshippers. Prior to the tragic incident, efforts were made to address the issue by hiring a protective monkey named Rambo, who engaged in confrontations with different monkey groups but was ultimately overwhelmed and driven off.
Subsequently, the courts in Delhi were confronted with the challenge of managing the increasing macaque population, with varied opinions on the best approach. Following Bajwa’s demise, Mayor Arti Mehra announced significant progress in capturing monkeys, with over 1,250 monkeys caught, and plans to expand capture teams and increase capture rates.Efforts are also being made to enlist the services of experienced monkey-catchers from other states to assist in addressing the ongoing monkey problem.
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