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Agriculture
Leopard Captured Near Sawai Madhopur After Killing Two Cows
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 02:17 PM
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Forest officials in Sawai Madhopur seized a leopard that had killed two cattle, easing villagers' fear after a series of attacks on livestock.
The Rajasthan Forest Department announced that a leopard responsible for killing two cows in the residential outskirts of Sawai Madhopur has been captured and placed in a holding cage. The animal was tracked after reports of repeated attacks on cattle, which had alarmed local residents and disrupted daily life in the area.
According to forest officials, the leopard was seized without injury and is being kept under observation pending a decision on its future relocation. The department has assured villagers that the capture will prevent further loss of livestock and restore a sense of security.
The incident underscores the growing human‑wildlife conflict in parts of Rajasthan, where expanding settlements encroach on natural habitats. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will coordinate with the Ranthambore National Park team to determine the appropriate release site for the animal.
Local leaders have urged residents to report any wildlife sightings promptly, emphasizing cooperation between the community and forest officials to mitigate risks while preserving the region's biodiversity.
According to forest officials, the leopard was seized without injury and is being kept under observation pending a decision on its future relocation. The department has assured villagers that the capture will prevent further loss of livestock and restore a sense of security.
The incident underscores the growing human‑wildlife conflict in parts of Rajasthan, where expanding settlements encroach on natural habitats. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will coordinate with the Ranthambore National Park team to determine the appropriate release site for the animal.
Local leaders have urged residents to report any wildlife sightings promptly, emphasizing cooperation between the community and forest officials to mitigate risks while preserving the region's biodiversity.