In the heart of Bahraich, fear has gripped hamlet after hamlet. Wolves have transformed once-peaceful surroundings into a landscape of dread. Their sudden attacks have left behind shaken survivors, sleepless nights, and questions no one can easily answer.Is this simply nature taking its course, or is there something unusual behind this behaviour?TOI brings you the full story — from the chilling testimonies of those who came face-to-face with the predators, to the tense operations launched by authorities to track them down. We explore what’s known, what’s feared, and the mystery behind why these wolves appear to have broken their natural patterns.