by - Tension in the areas around Bellampalli
- Big tiger in the areas around ‘Bugga’
- Roaming in the Kannala-Bugga forest areas for four days
- Forest officials are calling the second tiger B2
- Forest officers are asking people to be vigilant
Cheetha and Tiger: In recent days, the Bellampalli region of Mancherial district has been experiencing increased activity of big cats, causing concern among local residents. Initially, forest officials believed that only one tiger was roaming the area. However, recent findings indicate the presence of a second tiger, referred to as B2 by the forest department.
B2 has been observed near the Bugga Rajarajeshwara Swamy Temple, with its movements recorded by CCTV cameras and drone surveillance. On a recent Saturday, the tiger was spotted in the Kannala forest after preying on a wild boar. In response, authorities have intensified monitoring efforts, including the installation of additional CCTV cameras and the deployment of drones to track the tiger’s movements. As a precautionary measure, the road connecting Kannala and Bugga has been temporarily closed to the public.
In light of the tiger’s proximity, the Bugga Temple administration has canceled the scheduled annadanam (food distribution) program and has advised devotees to refrain from visiting the temple until the situation is under control.
Adding to the concern, residents of the Chinna Bugga area have reported sightings of both a cheetah and a tiger near the police firing range and the Sammakka Gaddelu vicinity. These reports have heightened anxiety among the local populace.
Forest officials have been alerted to these developments and are actively monitoring the situation. They have issued advisories to the public, urging caution and recommending that individuals avoid venturing into forested areas. The presence of multiple big cats in the region presents a significant challenge to the forest department, which is now implementing enhanced surveillance and safety measures to manage the situation effectively.
Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any further sightings to the authorities promptly. The forest department is committed to ensuring the safety of both the wildlife and the local communities during this period of increased big cat activity.
