Leopard Alert in Valsad: Four Big Cats Sighted Near Village, Trapping Operation Underway

Residents of Ghadoi village in Gujarat’s Valsad district are living in fear after three to four leopards were spotted roaming together near a residential area. The leopards  were captured on camera near the village primary school, prompting the Forest Department to install a cage to trap them.

According to villagers, the leopards have been moving around Ghadoi village for the past 15 days, mostly during the night, raising concerns about the safety of residents.

Leopards caught on camera

The latest sighting took place in the bushes behind the village primary school, where local youths spotted the animals and recorded a video. The footage shows the leopards moving near the roadside and through dense vegetation before disappearing into the darkness.

The video quickly went viral on social media, spreading panic among villagers.

Forest Department begins operation

Residents believe the leopards are entering the village at night in search of prey and have urged authorities to take immediate action before any untoward incident occurs.

After village sarpanch Jitu Nayaka informed the Forest Department, officials reached the spot and installed a cage to capture the animals.

Villagers seek swift action

Despite the efforts, none of the leopards have been trapped so far. With the animals continuing to roam the area, residents remain on edge and have once again appealed to the Forest Department to capture the leopards at the earliest.