An elderly woman locked a leopard inside a room after the animal entered her home in Talli Sethi village of Betalghat block, Nainital district, at about 2:00 AM on Sunday.

The woman, identified as Jiwanti Devi, reportedly saw the leopard inside the house and secured the latch from outside despite being frightened. Her action kept the animal confined to the room until forest department personnel reached the location.

Family members raised an alarm, following which nearby residents gathered and informed forest department officials. A team later launched a rescue operation, captured the leopard and sent it to a rescue centre.

Residents seek patrols and cages

Residents praised Jiwanti Devi for her courage and for preventing the leopard from moving through the house. The incident took place in the Talli Sethi gram panchayat area of Garampani, within Betalghat block.

Villagers have asked forest department officials to place cages in the area to catch leopards. They have also sought regular patrolling because of the animal’s entry into a residential property.

The available account does not provide details about any injuries or property damage. It confirms that the leopard was removed from the house and transferred to a rescue centre after the department’s intervention.

Conclusion

A leopard that entered Jiwanti Devi’s home in Talli Sethi at about 2:00 AM was confined by her, later rescued by the forest department and sent to a rescue centre. Villagers are seeking cages and regular patrols in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where did the leopard enter a house?

The incident occurred in Talli Sethi village, under Betalghat block in Nainital district.

Q. When did the leopard enter the house?

It entered at about 2:00 AM on Sunday.

Q. Who confined the leopard?

Jiwanti Devi, an elderly resident, secured the room’s outside latch and kept the leopard inside.

Q. How were forest officials informed?

Family members raised an alarm, and villagers then informed forest department officials.

Q. What happened to the leopard?

The forest department team captured it and sent it to a rescue centre.

Q. What have villagers requested?

They have sought cages for catching leopards and regular patrolling in the area.