Alipurduar, 28th July: A full-grown male leopard was successfully captured at the Atiabari Tea Estate in the Dooars region. The leopard was found in a cage set up by the forest department in Section No. 9 of the tea estate.
Upon receiving the news, forest officials from the Buxa Tiger Reserve promptly arrived at the scene. The leopard was safely retrieved and transported to a secure location. This swift action by the forest department ensures the safety of both the residents and the wildlife in the area. The capture highlights the ongoing efforts to manage human-wildlife interactions in the region.