Residents of Silli village in Garur, Bageshwar, are concerned after a leopard was captured on CCTV moving along a path between homes at night. The footage recorded the animal near a residential property, highlighting the risk for people who travel through the area after dark.

The leopard was seen at about night 11:00 on Wednesday near the home of Ashok Joshi. Its movement was recorded on a path within the inhabited area. Nearby residents Kailash Joshi, Ganesh Pandey and Girish Dube came outside after hearing the animal’s call and saw the leopard.

Residents seek regular patrols

Former village head Rajendra Kholia said villagers often remain out late because of farming-related work. He said the leopard’s presence inside the settlement had created a serious concern for their safety and urged the Forest Department to arrange regular patrols in the village.

The concern is particularly relevant for residents using paths close to houses after dark. The available information confirms the leopard’s movement in the populated area, but does not state that anyone was injured or that livestock was attacked.

Forest Department issues safety advice

Forest Range Officer M.S. Gusain said a Forest Department team would patrol the village. He also appealed to residents not to allow children or older people to travel alone.

The department has further advised villagers to cut back bushes growing around the village paths. Keeping these routes clear is among the precautions officials have urged residents to follow while patrols are carried out.

Conclusion

A leopard’s night-time movement near homes has unsettled Silli residents. The Forest Department has committed to village patrols and asked families to prevent children and older people from travelling alone while clearing bushes along local routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where was the leopard seen?

It was recorded on CCTV on a path near homes in Silli village, in the Garur area of Bageshwar.

Q. When was the leopard recorded?

The leopard was recorded at about night 11:00 on Wednesday.

Q. Did anyone see the leopard directly?

Kailash Joshi, Ganesh Pandey and Girish Dube came outside after hearing the animal and saw it.

Q. What action has the Forest Department promised?

Forest Range Officer M.S. Gusain said a department team would patrol the village.

Q. What precautions have officials advised?

Residents have been asked not to let children or older people travel alone and to cut bushes near village paths.