Telangana’s Forest Department stated that tigers moving near human settlements are consciously avoiding contact and pose no threat to people. The department has been vigilant as tigers venture into districts like Peddapally, Karimnagar, and others. Despite sightings in agricultural areas and villages, tigers have not directly approached any individuals.
The Forest Department is actively monitoring the tigers’ movements in human-inhabited regions. Teams are tracking the big cats around the clock to understand their patterns and alert villagers. District Forest Officers are collaborating with local authorities to ensure public safety and control crowds near potential tiger sites.
Efforts include continuous monitoring, tracking, and alerting villagers about tiger movements. The Forest Department is also working to prevent incidents like electrocution by checking for illegal electric lines in agricultural fields. A committee, including wildlife experts, is overseeing tiger movements in human landscapes.
Tiger trap cages are prepared for deployment if needed, and veterinary teams are on standby with tranquilizing equipment. Thermal drones will be used for night monitoring, and a technical group with experts is being formed for guidance. The Forest Department is prepared to take swift action to ensure the safety of both tigers and local communities.
