NEW DELHI: The sighting of a tiger in the Rehmankhera area has triggered a significant wildlife rescue operation, utilizing night vision tools to ensure the animal’s safety and that of local residents. Wildlife experts reported the presence of the tiger at approximately 7:30 PM on Monday. Dr. Naseer from the Kanpur Zoological Park confirmed the sighting.
Further investigations early on Tuesday morning revealed a bull, killed by the tiger on Sunday night, was found near a culvert on Khandanja Road, just beyond a drain. The tiger had initially dragged the carcass approximately 10 meters into the forest but later moved it back near the road on Monday using a tractor.
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The Rehmankhera area and the nearby Khandanja Road near Meethenagar village are now under constant surveillance by wildlife experts. Veterinarians from both Kanpur and Lucknow zoos have been deployed to monitor the situation closely. The forest department has devised a strategic plan to safely capture the tiger, with teams of doctors and wildlife experts from both zoos collaborating to ensure a secure rescue.
Patrolling teams have been actively monitoring the affected areas, tracking the tiger’s movements to ensure public safety. The combined efforts of the forest department, the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), and experts from the Lucknow and Kanpur zoos are focused on rescuing the tiger safely while safeguarding the residents.
The forest department has emphasized the importance of community cooperation in reporting any tiger sightings or related activities. They have also assured that informers will be appropriately rewarded for their assistance in such critical situations.
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The Daying Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its unique landscape of riverine islands and grasslands, is home to several endangered species, including the wild water buffalo and the critically endangered Bengal Florican. Given its proximity to approximately 18 villages, the sanctuary is particularly vulnerable to illegal activities, such as poaching and hunting.
The recent tiger sighting highlights the ongoing challenges faced in wildlife conservation and underscores the need for heightened vigilance and community involvement to protect endangered species and their habitats. The forest department remains committed to ensuring the safety of both the tiger and the local population through continuous monitoring and strategic interventions.