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.