Forest officials are investigating the death of a radio-collared leopard in Sanjay Gandhi National Park after post-mortem findings indicated severe blood loss and a suspicious neck injury. The authorities are examining the possibility of foul play in what was initially thought to be a routine wildlife death.

What officials know so far

1 leopard Adult male rescued from the Bhayandar housing area
>> Released: Dec 25, 2025
>> Found dead: Feb 3, 2026
>> Time in wild after release: About 40 days
>> Tracking: radio collar functional till recovery