Panic gripped residents of Bhedpura village in Jalaun district's Konch block after a leopard was spotted again on Sunday morning. The big cat, which had earlier been seen near Rava village, was captured on drone camera hiding in the fields, sending waves of fear through the local community.
Forest Department Springs Into Action
Upon receiving the alert, the forest department immediately went on full alert. A high-level team, including Forest Conservator and Regional Director Mahavir Kojalgi and Divisional Forest Officer Jalaun Pradeep Kumar, rushed to the location. They were joined by Sub-Divisional Forest Officers Harimohan Katiyar, Harikishor Shukla, and Amit Sharma, along with other officials.
A special team from the Jhansi division was also deployed to assist in the operation. The department launched a continuous effort to track and safely capture the leopard, prioritizing the safety of both the animal and the villagers.
High-Tech Tracking and Safety Measures
The forest teams are closely monitoring the leopard's movements using drone cameras. The feline was clearly recorded moving through the area, which helped officials pinpoint its location. An intensive search is underway in the fields, bushes, and surrounding zones.
Authorities have advised villagers to remain extremely alert and avoid going towards the fields unless absolutely necessary. As a precautionary measure, many residents, especially children and the elderly, are staying indoors. The community has been urged to cooperate with the forest department's instructions.
The Challenge of a Moving Target
Forest Conservator Mahavir Kojalgi explained the complexity of the operation, noting that the leopard is frequently changing its location. This behavior requires extra caution and a dynamic strategy from the teams on the ground.
"The primary objective is to capture the animal safely without any loss of life and relocate it to a secure location," Kojalgi stated. The department's focus remains on executing a peaceful capture to ensure the leopard is moved away from human habitation and back to a suitable forest environment, concluding this tense wildlife encounter.
