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6mo ago

Seventh Leopard Attack Fatality Strikes Junnar, Pune

A 40-year-old woman becomes the latest victim in a series of deadly leopard attacks in Maharashtra's Junnar region.

Smita Rajhans, assistant conservator of forests for the Junnar Forest Division, said that a massive search operation has already begun, and efforts are being made to raise awareness among the locals. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
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Leopard attacks have become frequent in Maharashtra's Junnar in the last few months.

Overview

  • The Junnar forest division in Pune has experienced seven fatal leopard attacks since March 2024.
  • The latest victim, Sujata Dere, was killed in a soybean field near her home in Pimpri Pendhar village.
  • Forest officials have launched an extensive search operation using drones, 30 cages, and 15 camera traps to capture the leopard.
  • This year marks the second-highest number of leopard-related deaths in Junnar since 2001, highlighting a significant rise in attacks.
  • Authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation and adherence to safety advisories to mitigate further incidents.