Ganderbal, Oct 12: A leopard sighting near a mulberry farm in Safapora area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district has triggered concern among residents, prompting police to issue a precautionary advisory urging people to remain vigilant and exercise caution.
According to officials, a leopard was reportedly spotted in the vicinity of a mulberry farm in Safapora, following which Police Station Safapora advised residents to take necessary precautions to avoid any untoward incident.
In its advisory, police urged people to avoid venturing outdoors late in the evening and to remain particularly cautious while moving near the reported sighting location, especially during periods of low visibility.
Residents have also been advised to avoid unnecessary movement in the affected area and remain alert to any unusual wildlife activity.
Meanwhile, the Wildlife Department has been requested to take necessary measures to assess the situation and address the potential threat to public safety.
Police have urged locals to immediately inform the concerned authorities if they spot the leopard or notice any unusual movement of wildlife in residential areas.
The reported sighting has raised concerns among locals, with authorities appealing to residents to strictly follow the advisory and cooperate with the police and Wildlife Department to prevent any untoward incident.
Further details regarding the Wildlife Department’s response were awaited.(KNC)
