Results for: Vasai Fort

A male leopard that had been terrorizing residents in Vasai for over three weeks has finally been captured. The joint efforts of the Maharashtra forest department, wildlife NGOs, and researchers resulted in the successful capture of the big cat in the wee hours of Tuesday. The leopard had initially survived on stray dogs but later began preying on rodents found in abundance at the Vasai fort, where it was first spotted on March 29th. The capture of the leopard brings relief to local residents, who had been living in fear since its sighting. The fishing community, in particular, had been facing significant difficulties due to the closure of the Vasai fort road, which restricted their access to fishing grounds. With the leopard now in custody, the authorities have reopened the road, allowing the fishing community to resume their livelihood.

After weeks of being on the loose, the elusive leopard that had taken up residence in Vasai fort has finally been captured. The Maharashtra forest department, with the assistance of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), successfully trapped the animal early Tuesday morning, bringing relief to locals whose businesses had been impacted by the leopard’s presence. The fort, a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, had been under close watch since the leopard was first spotted on March 29th. The capture was made possible through the use of trap cameras and the placement of two trap cages within the fort. Officials confirmed that the leopard, a male, will be observed for any injuries before being released back into the wild. To ensure the safety of both the leopard and the public, NGOs will collaborate with forest officials to conduct a survey of the fort to determine the animal’s movement patterns.