Monkeys roam around Dharwad, villagers scared to leave homes

In a scene straight out of a jungle, Hallikeri village in Annigeri taluk, Dharwad, is facing a full-blown monkey invasion, with more than 200 monkeys storming the settlement and terrifying residents.

The primate problem isn’t new—locals say the troop also descended on the village last summer, likely seeking relief from the sweltering heat. But this year, the numbers have ballooned, and the chaos has worsened.

Villagers say they are now afraid to leave their homes, fearing unexpected encounters. The monkeys have reportedly grown bold and aggressive, entering homes through even the tiniest cracks in doors or open windows, rummaging through household items, and creating a mess.

Despite repeated pleas to the gram panchayat, villagers allege that no concrete action has been taken to control the growing menace. The situation has left many frustrated and helpless, as daily routines are disrupted and fear lingers in the air.

Residents are demanding urgent intervention from the forest department or wildlife officials to relocate the troop before the situation spirals further out of control.

Until then, the villagers of Hallikeri remain under siege—not by invaders from afar, but by wild guests from the trees.

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