Nagpur Leopard Intrusion Sparks Innovative Forest Department Measures

A leopard that ventured into the Pardi locality of Nagpur, injuring seven people, has been safely rescued by the Forest Department. The incident led to assurances from Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik and the deployment of AI-driven sirens to prevent future incursions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-12-2025 14:33 IST | Created: 10-12-2025 14:33 IST
Nagpur Leopard Intrusion Sparks Innovative Forest Department Measures
Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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A leopard that entered the residential area of Pardi in Nagpur, injuring seven people, has been successfully captured by the Forest Department. Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik announced that all the victims are now safe and pledged heightened vigilance to prevent similar occurrences.

Minister Naik assured the public that precautions, including AI-driven sirens, will alert residents if any leopards are in the area. He also cited a sterilization initiative aimed at controlling the leopard population, along with reforestation efforts to ensure their natural food sources remain available in the wild.

Ajinkya Bhatkar, Honorary Wildlife Warden, narrated the swift action by the Forest Department and police, which led to the leopard's peaceful capture. As echoes of concern ripple through the community, the department reassures citizens of their safety and intact vigilance.

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