Pune: Leopard Sighting Near Hotel D Palace Bavdhan Confirmed; Forest Department Verifies Footage And Issues Safety Advisory
Pune: Leopard Sighting Near Hotel D Palace Bavdhan Confirmed; Forest Department Verifies Footage And Issues Safety Advisory
Pune Bavdhan, 1 December 2025: The leopard sighting near Hotel D Palaceon the NDA–Pashan Road has been officially confirmed by the Forest Department. The footage captured on a mobile phone is genuine, and teams have completed on-site verification.
According to officials, the leopard was seen around 12.30 am on December 1. There have been no sightings reported after that. Early assessments indicate that the animal likely moved along the Ramnadi nala corridor, a known pathway connecting the NDA hill area to the Mulshi belt. Experts note that leopards have traditionally been present around the NDA hill region due to its natural forest cover.
Pune Bavdhan: Leopard Sighting Near Hotel D Palace Confirmed; Forest Department Verifies Footage And Issues Safety Advisory
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Pune: The leopard sighting near Hotel D Palace on the NDA–Pashan Road has been officially confirmed by the Forest Department. The footage captured on a… pic.twitter.com/zO6YvO2yJY
Neha Panchamiya from RESQ Trust confirmed the details and urged citizens to stay alert but not panic. She also requested residents to share only direct and authentic visuals of any future sightings.
The Forest Department has appealed to the public to immediately report any confirmed leopard sightings or credible visuals to:
- Forest Department Helpline: 1926
- RESQ Helpline: 9172511100
Authorities have asked residents to avoid unnecessary late-night movement, keep children and pets indoors, and stay cautious while moving in the area. Safety reminders will continue until monitoring teams confirm there is no further risk.
