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Large Paw Prints Found Near Tanda Village Forests, Sparking Fear Among Residents
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 06:18 PM
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Huge animal paw prints were discovered near the forest area of Tanda village, prompting anxiety among locals.
Tanda, a small settlement in Punjab, reported the discovery of unusually large paw prints close to its surrounding forest. Local villagers said the marks were found early this week while walking near the forest edge, and their size and depth raised immediate alarm.
The community gathered at the site to examine the prints, noting that they resembled those of a big predator, though no animal was sighted. Fear spread quickly, with many residents staying indoors after dark and urging neighbours to be cautious.
Village elders contacted forest officials and the local police to report the incident. Authorities have promised to send a wildlife team to investigate the source of the prints and to ensure public safety.
Meanwhile, social media posts from the area show photographs of the footprints, further fueling speculation among netizens about the possible presence of a stray tiger, leopard or other large carnivore in the region.
The community gathered at the site to examine the prints, noting that they resembled those of a big predator, though no animal was sighted. Fear spread quickly, with many residents staying indoors after dark and urging neighbours to be cautious.
Village elders contacted forest officials and the local police to report the incident. Authorities have promised to send a wildlife team to investigate the source of the prints and to ensure public safety.
Meanwhile, social media posts from the area show photographs of the footprints, further fueling speculation among netizens about the possible presence of a stray tiger, leopard or other large carnivore in the region.