A leopard that attacked and injured a woman in Ida Malla village of Uttarakhand’s Pauri district was captured in a Forest Department cage within 24 hours, bringing temporary relief to residents of the area.
The incident took place in Ida Malla, part of Gorli gram panchayat in the Ekeswar development block. Leela Devi, 55, wife of Baldev Singh, was cutting grass in a field about 200 metres from her home when the leopard attacked her.
The Forest Department sent a team to the village after receiving information about the attack. Officials installed a cage to capture the animal, which was trapped late at night.
Leopard taken for medical examination
The captured animal is a male leopard believed to be about 4 years old. Rajendra Singh Negi, ranger of the Damdeval Range under the Garhwal Forest Division, said the leopard had been taken to the range headquarters.
A medical examination of the animal is being conducted, according to the ranger. The available information does not state what further action will be taken after the examination.
Residents remain concerned
The capture has reduced immediate concern among villagers, but it has not ended fear in the area. Pushpa Devi, head of Gorli gram panchayat, and her husband, Ravindra Kumar, said several other leopards had also been seen around Ida Malla.
They welcomed the capture but said continued vigilance was needed to protect residents. The Forest Department has asked villagers to remain alert.
People working near fields and other areas where leopards have been seen face particular concern, given that the attack occurred while Leela Devi was cutting grass away from her home. No further attack or injury is reported in the available information.
Conclusion
The leopard linked to the attack on Leela Devi has been captured and taken for a medical examination, but residents of Ida Malla remain on alert because other leopards have reportedly been seen nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where was the leopard captured?
The leopard was captured in a cage at Ida Malla village in Gorli gram panchayat, within Ekeswar development block.
Q. Who was injured in the attack?
Leela Devi, 55, wife of Baldev Singh, was injured while cutting grass in a field about 200 metres from her home.
Q. When was the leopard captured?
It was captured within 24 hours of the attack, late at night.
Q. What was the leopard’s age and gender?
The captured animal is a male leopard believed to be about 4 years old.
Q. What happened after the capture?
The leopard was taken to the Damdeval Range headquarters, where it is undergoing a medical examination.
Q. Are residents still concerned?
Yes. Residents remain worried because several other leopards have reportedly been seen in the area.
Q. What has the Forest Department asked villagers to do?
The department has appealed to villagers to remain alert.
