Indore (Madhya Pradesh): A leopard was rescued from the Army War College campus in Mhow by the Forest Department, with assistance from the armed forces. The animal’s movements had been monitored for the past month after it was repeatedly seen within the campus area, and its activities were recorded on CCTV.
The rescue operation took place around 12:00 PM on Friday, when the Forest Department, along with veterinarians, responded to the situation. The leopard first entered the Army War College campus on January 12 through Gate No. 6. The security cameras in the military zone recorded its movement that night, marking the beginning of the frequent sightings of the leopard in the area.
Local residents gathered to witness the rescue as the Forest Department team worked swiftly. The leopard was placed in a cage, where it began to roar loudly as soon as it was confined. To ensure safety, armed forces personnel were stationed near the cage while the rescue operation was carried out.
The rescued leopard was then transported to the Indore city zoo, where it was found to be a healthy four-year-old male. After a thorough examination, the authorities determined that the animal was in good health and ready to return to its natural habitat. The leopard was subsequently released back into the wild, where it poses no further threat to human settlements.
Ranger Nayan Kumar, speaking to the press, mentioned that leopards are capable of easily climbing trees and can leap over walls. He speculated that the leopard may have entered the Army campus by jumping over the perimeter walls.
The leopard had been causing concern after it was recorded hunting a cow during its stay in the area. The Forest Department’s efforts, along with the support of the armed forces, ensured a peaceful resolution to the situation.
This incident highlights the increasing encounters between wild animals and human habitats, and authorities continue to monitor and address such situations promptly.
