Leopard sighting sparks fear among people in Manipal and Perampalli in Karnataka
Manipal (Karnataka), Jul 27: Residents of Manipal and Perampalli in Udupi district were gripped by fear and anxiety as a leopard was spotted prowling around a house in Perampalli late last night, officials said on Saturday.
The elusive big cat, captured on CCTV, has sent shockwaves through the local community, they said.
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According to officials, the incident unfolded when the occupants of the house were jolted awake by their dog's barking around 11.15 pm. They hesitated to open the door, sensing danger. However, upon reviewing the CCTV footage, their worst fears were confirmed—a leopard had stealthily ventured into their verandah. The footage revealed the dramatic chase as the courageous dog tried to warn its owners.
This recent sighting corroborates reports from local people who have observed the leopard's nocturnal presence in the Manipal and Perampalli areas over the past few days. With tensions running high, residents remain vigilant and reported this incident to the local forest officials.
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Elephant calf brought from Bijnor kept under care at Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
Pilibhit (PTI): A 19-day-old elephant calf, brought from Bijnor, was placed under care at the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) on Sunday, an official said and added that the calf got separated from its mother in the forest area of Bijnor.
The calf was born on December 2 in the Bijnor forest area and got separated from its mother shortly after birth, the official said.
The forest department made several attempts to reunite it with its mother, but without any success. To ensure the calf's safety and better care, it was decided to transfer it to the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve on the instructions of senior officials.
On Saturday, Deputy Director Manish Singh received the calf. Special arrangements have been made in the reserve for its care. It has been kept in a safe and clean environment to provide it with a natural setting and protect it from external noise and disturbances.
Singh told reporters that raising an 19-day-old calf is challenging.
It requires a special diet as a substitute for mother's milk and constant monitoring.
He said a special team has been formed to provide 24-hour care. Since the calf is very young, it is being cared for like a newborn baby.
According to Singh, the primary responsibility for monitoring the calf's health has been entrusted to PTR's veterinarian, Dr Daksh Gangwar. Under his supervision, a complete record of the calf's health checkups, diet, and body temperature is being maintained. The team is ensuring that the calf does not contract any infection.
