Residents have demanded action against forest department officials, alleging that despite being informed about the leopard’s presence in the area, no preventive measures were taken. Kolhapur: Following the death of a two-year-old boy in a leopard attack at Nhalewadi village in Satara district on Saturday night, anger has erupted among villagers.
The deceased, Jay Sandip Khandagale, was found in a dried-up stream passing through sugarcane fields about half a kilometre from the house where he lived with his parents. The attack has caused a stir among the villagers, who are demanding a thorough inquiry into the matter. Late on Saturday night, a two-year-old boy from Nhalewadi village died after a leopard attacked him.
An innocent child’s life has been lost, and a family is devastated due to the forest department’s negligence. If they have to venture outside, they should do so in groups. ” You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kolhapur | Silver Rate in Kolhapur | Bank Holidays in Kolhapur | Public Holidays in Kolhapur Stay updated with the latest Kolhapur news.
Vivek Mozar, a villager from Nhalewadi, said, “The leopard that used to eat dogs is now after human blood. Another villager, Sadashiv Bagal, said, “As the leopard’s movement increased near human settlements, the forest department was expected to increase patrols, track the leopard and take necessary measures for citizens’ safety. A forest department official, requesting anonymity, said, “Efforts have been ongoing for the last two days.
We have repeatedly informed the forest department, but they have not taken the matter seriously. Despite complaints, no action was taken. The child’s death has raised safety concerns in the area. The leopard should be immediately trapped, and the administration should take concrete measures for our protection. ” The forest department is making efforts to trace the leopard with a thermal drone and setting up a trap. No traces of the leopard were found in the thermal drone. A cage has been set up to trap the leopard. Villagers are advised not to venture into farmlands at night. Download the TOI App.