24 Hours and Counting: Pune Zoo’s Escaped Leopard Yet To Be Captured, Zoo Closed For Visitors
Katraj, 5th March 2024: The search for a leopard that escaped from the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park of Katraj in Pune yesterday morning remains underway. The leopard’s disappearance has prompted a coordinated effort by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), Forest Department officials, Fire Authorities, and Rescue Teams to locate the elusive feline.
As the clock ticks, efforts to find the leopard persist, with teams searching the grounds of the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park of Katraj. The administration has provided preliminary information suggesting that the escaped leopard is believed to still be within the limits of the Zoological Park.
The incident unfolded at the orphanage of the Katraj Zoological Park, raising concerns for the safety of both visitors and staff. The authorities have been actively engaged in the search operation for the past 24 hours, employing various strategies to track and safely apprehend the leopard.
The park has been sealed off to tourists, and several teams are currently engaged in the search for the elusive leopard. Concerns about security measures have been raised, prompting investigations based on CCTV footage. Despite the director’s assurance of a quick resolution and confidence in locating the leopard, a full 24 hours have elapsed, and the feline remains elusive.
