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Cattle carcass found during leopard hunt in Laharpur, Bhopal; dept steps up surveillance
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 09:01 AM
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A cattle carcass was discovered in Laharpur, Bhopal while forest officials were searching for a leopard. The find, showing injury marks, has led the forest department to intensify monitoring with trap cameras and drones.
Forest officials conducting a leopard search in the Laharpur area of Bhopal reported the discovery of a cattle carcass on the forest floor. The animal showed clear signs of injuries, prompting concerns about a possible predator encounter.
The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department has not yet confirmed that a leopard was responsible for the injuries, stating that forensic examination is underway. In the meantime, the department has deployed additional trap cameras and aerial drones to monitor wildlife activity in the vicinity.
Authorities emphasized that the heightened surveillance aims to protect both livestock and the local ecosystem while gathering concrete evidence about any predator attacks. The investigation continues as officials advise farmers to remain vigilant.
The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department has not yet confirmed that a leopard was responsible for the injuries, stating that forensic examination is underway. In the meantime, the department has deployed additional trap cameras and aerial drones to monitor wildlife activity in the vicinity.
Authorities emphasized that the heightened surveillance aims to protect both livestock and the local ecosystem while gathering concrete evidence about any predator attacks. The investigation continues as officials advise farmers to remain vigilant.