Tension swept through Nandurbar Taluka in Nashik, Maharashtra, when a leopard ventured into a local hospital on Tuesday. It was cornered by people within the premises after they locked the animal in a small space. The presence of the large cat caused a commotion as onlookers observed it pacing within the confines of the facility visible through mesh windows. According to reports from ANI, the agitated leopard snarled at the crowd as it found itself trapped.
However, the forest department swiftly responded to the situation, successfully rescuing the leopard. Notably, sightings of leopards in Nashik are not uncommon, but the recent incident amplified concerns about human-wildlife conflicts in the region.
This occurrence is a reminder of a tragic incident in June, where a woman fell victim to a leopard attack in a remote area of Nandurbar district. Sarita, 33, also known as Sarila Vanya Vaswe, was brutally attacked between 3:30 and 4 AM, she was dragged from her home in Nayamal of Taloda taluka, Nandurbar district. The animal severed her torso, leaving a grisly scene, while people heard screams, they couldn't understand what was really happening in the dark.
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In the aftermath, Sarita's body was discovered in a field, approximately 50 to 60 metres east from her residence, with her head found about 30 metres away.
The harrowing incident sparked fear among local residents, prompting demands for immediate action from the forest department. Concerned voices stressed the urgency for authorities to take proactive measures and address the escalating human-wildlife conflicts, emphasising the necessity of collaborative efforts between the Forest Department and District Administration to ensure the safety of local communities while preserving the region's wildlife.