Leopard under treatment after rescue; forest officials investigate possible trap
The five- to six-year-old leopard rescued near Tikhi Pahadi on the Datoda–Harsola road is now under medical care at the Indore zoo. X-rays revealed a fracture in its hind leg, and Dr. Uttam Yadav, in charge at the zoo, said treatment has already begun. “Recovery will take time, and we will release the leopard back into the wild only once it has fully healed, which is expected to take around a month,” he said.
Forest authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the trap. Ranger Nayan Palvi from the Mhow range confirmed that the animal had been caught in a wire snare commonly used by poaching gangs. The field owner denied any involvement. Officials are examining whether organized activity in the area contributed to the incident.
The Harsola region and surrounding forest areas, including Ambachandan, Chhoti Jam, Badi Jam, Maledi, and Bardgonda, have a high leopard population, and attacks on livestock are frequently reported. Ranger Palvi noted that more than 30 leopards are known to inhabit the Mahu forest region, highlighting the need for vigilance in human–wildlife conflict zones.
The rescue is part of a broader trend of wildlife interventions in the region. Forest department data show a steady rise in animal rescues, from 37 in 2020 to 87 by May 2025, including leopards, nilgai, monkeys, snakes, and other species. Authorities have urged villagers in forest-fringe areas to report wildlife sightings promptly to prevent injuries to both animals and humans.
The five- to six-year-old leopard rescued near Tikhi Pahadi on the Datoda–Harsola road is now under medical care at the Indore zoo. X-rays revealed a fracture in its hind leg, and Dr. Uttam Yadav, in charge at the zoo, said treatment has already begun. “Recovery will take time, and we will release the leopard back into the wild only once it has fully healed, which is expected to take around a month,” he said.
Forest authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the trap. Ranger Nayan Palvi from the Mhow range confirmed that the animal had been caught in a wire snare commonly used by poaching gangs. The field owner denied any involvement. Officials are examining whether organized activity in the area contributed to the incident.
The Harsola region and surrounding forest areas, including Ambachandan, Chhoti Jam, Badi Jam, Maledi, and Bardgonda, have a high leopard population, and attacks on livestock are frequently reported. Ranger Palvi noted that more than 30 leopards are known to inhabit the Mahu forest region, highlighting the need for vigilance in human–wildlife conflict zones.
The rescue is part of a broader trend of wildlife interventions in the region. Forest department data show a steady rise in animal rescues, from 37 in 2020 to 87 by May 2025, including leopards, nilgai, monkeys, snakes, and other species. Authorities have urged villagers in forest-fringe areas to report wildlife sightings promptly to prevent injuries to both animals and humans.
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