Leopard activity in Pangdegaon, Bhakar and Jeepti has caused concern among villagers in the Bhowali forest area after a cow was killed and eaten during the night. The incident has prompted the Forest Department to increase monitoring and patrols in the affected areas.

A forest team reached the site after receiving information about the attack. Officials installed trap cameras at the location and in nearby sensitive areas to track the leopard’s movements and monitor its activity.

Patrols increased in sensitive areas

The department has stepped up patrolling around the affected settlements. The surveillance is intended to help officials follow the leopard’s movements and assess its presence in areas used by local residents.

The Forest Department is also informing villagers about precautions they should take while the animal remains active in the area. Residents have been advised to remain alert and avoid leaving their homes alone at night.

Officials have not provided any further details about the leopard’s location or said whether it has been captured. The trap-camera footage and increased patrols will support continued monitoring of the situation.

Safety advice for residents

The immediate advice issued to villagers is to stay cautious and avoid moving outside alone after dark. Residents in Pangdegaon, Bhakar and Jeepti have been asked to follow necessary precautions while the department watches the area.

Conclusion

The Forest Department has responded to the leopard activity by installing trap cameras, increasing patrols and advising villagers to avoid going outside alone at night. Monitoring will continue in the affected parts of the Bhowali forest area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where has leopard activity been reported?

Leopard activity has been reported in Pangdegaon, Bhakar and Jeepti in the Bhowali forest area.

Q. What happened during the night?

A leopard killed and ate a cow during the night.

Q. What action has the Forest Department taken?

The department installed trap cameras at the incident site and nearby sensitive areas.

Q. Have patrols been increased?

Yes. The Forest Department has increased patrols in the area to monitor the leopard’s movements.

Q. What advice has been given to villagers?

Residents have been advised to remain alert, take necessary precautions and avoid going outside alone at night.