Handwara, Dec 12 (KNS): Wildlife officials trapped a bear in the Qalamabad area of North Kashmir on Thursday, taking the number of wild animals captured in the region to four in the past 15 days.
A wildlife official revealed that efforts to trap wild animals were intensified following the tragic death of a toddler in the area. “After the unfortunate demise of the toddler, we stepped up efforts to prevent further incidents,” the official stated.
He further informed that three leopards were captured in recent days, and the latest success came with the trapping of a wild bear last night.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
The residents of Qalamabad have appreciated the tireless efforts of local Wildlife Incharge Farooq Ahmad, who has played a key role in capturing the four wild animals over the past two weeks. The locals expressed relief and gratitude, acknowledging the department’s proactive measures in ensuring their safety.
Wildlife officials continue to monitor the forest area closely, urging people to remain vigilant as efforts to manage the presence of wild animals persist. (KNS)