wildlife conflict
Fatal Leopard Attack in Uttarakhand Leads to School Closures and Elimination Order
Dec 05, 2025 01:08 am CST
A 45-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Uttarakhand's Pauri district, prompting authorities to close nearby schools for two days and authorize the elimination of the dangerous animal. The victim's family will receive Rs 10 lakh in government compensation as officials implement safety measures to protect local residents.
Leopard Attack in Himachal Village: Locals Defend Against Wild Predator with Sticks as Forest Officials Intervene
Oct 22, 2025 05:09 pm CST
A frightening wildlife encounter unfolded in Himachal Pradesh's Palakwah village when a leopard attacked local farmers in their fields, injuring three people before forest department officials successfully tranquilized and relocated the animal. The incident highlights growing human-wildlife conflicts as natural habitats continue to shrink across India, where approximately 500 people die annually from wildlife encounters.
Deadly Wolf Attacks in UP: Two Neutralized After 6 Deaths and 25 Injuries, Search Continues for Remaining Predators
Oct 16, 2025 02:22 pm CST
Forest officials have neutralized two dangerous wolves responsible for attacking over 25 people in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district, resulting in six deaths since September 9. Using thermal drones and specialized teams, authorities continue searching for two remaining wolves while residents live in fear. The Forest Department is prioritizing capture methods before resorting to elimination, but challenging terrain with sugarcane and paddy fields has complicated efforts to locate the predators.