Mumbai, November 4, 2025: Taking serious note of the rising cases of human-leopard conflict in Pune district, the Maharashtra government has approved ₹11.25 crore to implement immediate rescue and safety measures. The decision, initiated by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, aims to prevent further human casualties and ensure peaceful coexistence between residents and wildlife.

Over the past few years, areas like Junnar, Ambegaon, Khed, and Shirur have witnessed an alarming increase in leopard sightings and attacks due to the growing leopard population and their movement near human settlements. Several fatal incidents, including the deaths of a 13-year-old boy, an elderly woman, and a young girl, have intensified public fear in these regions.

To curb the crisis, the approved funds will en

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