Successful Leopard Rescue in Pune: A Triumph of Teamwork and Technology | Video

Pune, December 29, 2023: In the early hours of yesterday morning, residents of Patil Nagar, a lively area in Chikhali, PCMC, Pune, were startled by an unexpected visitor: a young male leopard. The sighting in this bustling locality triggered a swift and well-coordinated response, culminating in the successful rescue of the animal. This event underscores the effectiveness of collaboration and technology in wildlife conservation efforts.

A Complex Rescue Operation The leopard, spotted near a wood storage shed, led the rescue teams on a challenging pursuit through a cattle shed and into a jowar field, woven between residential houses. The dense vegetation and close proximity to human habitation posed a significant challenge. However, the operation, which would have been impossible without several key contributors, was executed flawlessly.

• Key Contributions to the Successful Leopard Rescue:
  • Pimpri Chinchwad Police: Their vital role in crowd control ensured a safe distance was maintained, allowing the rescue teams to operate without hindrance.
  • Fire Department PCMC: The provision of the Bronto Skylift was crucial in navigating the challenging terrain.
  • Tuhin Satarkar’s Expertise: The use of a thermal drone, expertly handled by Satarkar, was instrumental in monitoring the leopard’s movements, ensuring the teams could track it effectively.
  • Dr. Chetan Vanjari’s Precision: The successful tranquilization of the leopard was a key moment in the rescue, executed with precision and timing by Dr. Vanjari.

The Role of RESQ Charitable Trust – Neha Panchamiya, the Founder and President of RESQ Charitable Trust, played a pivotal role in this operation. As a wildlife conservationist and rescue specialist, her experience and leadership were invaluable in coordinating the successful rescue of the stricken animal.

Early morning leopard call mobilized @resqct @PuneForest @PCcityPolice @CP_PCCity @FirePcmc for a rescue in Patil Nagar, PCMC culminating in the successful rescue of a young male leopard that had strayed in the bustling locality of Chikali, PCMC. Responding to a sighting near a… pic.twitter.com/e1fl05xhkh

— Neha Panchamiya (@neha_panchamiya) December 28, 2023

Safe Relocation By 10:00 am, the young male leopard was safely en route to RESQ Wildlife TTC in Bavdhan. This incident not only highlights the importance of teamwork in wildlife rescue but also showcases the significant role that technology plays in these operations. It’s a shining example of how collaboration between various departments and the use of advanced technology can lead to the successful rescue and conservation of wildlife in urban settings.