Minor Girl Injured in Leopard Attack in Shopian Village, Condition Stable
Shopian: A minor girl was injured after being attacked by a leopard in Dragad village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district on Tuesday. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
According to officials, the injured girl has been identified as Zanab, daughter of Aafiq Ahmad Thoker, a resident of Dragad village.The leopard reportedly attacked the girl, causing injuries before local residents rushed to help.
Shifted to Hospital
Officials said the injured girl was immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where she is undergoing treatment.
Her condition is reported to be stable, according to officials.
Locals Seek Wildlife Department’s Intervention
Following the incident, residents expressed concern over the increasing movement of wild animals near residential areas.
They urged the Wildlife Department to take immediate preventive measures, including monitoring leopard movement and ensuring the safety of people living in the area.
The incident has renewed concerns about human-wildlife conflict in parts of south Kashmir, where leopard sightings have occasionally been reported near villages bordering forest areas.
(With inputs from GNS)
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Graphic 1: Incident at a Glance
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Dragad village, Shopian |
| Incident | Leopard attack |
| Victim | Minor girl |
| Name | Zanab |
| Condition | Stable |
| Status | Under treatment |
Graphic 2: Safety Advisory
🐆 Avoid isolated areas near forests, especially at dawn and dusk.
🚸 Keep children under supervision in areas with reported wildlife movement.
📞 Immediately report leopard sightings to the Wildlife Department.
⚠️ Follow advisories issued by local authorities.
