Concerns are escalating over the welfare of tigers roaming in the forests of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, with forest officials warning that a severe food shortage may push them back to their original habitats. Currently, four to five tigers are traversing the forested areas of Asifabad and Sirpur constituencies, but they are facing increasingly difficult conditions, prompting fears that they could soon leave the area.
Forest officials have noted that these tigers are not only being pursued by wildlife officers but also struggling with the escalating human activity and noise pollution from vehicles, which are disturbing their ability to settle in the region. With limited food sources available, the tigers are finding it difficult to survive in their current locations. Officials suggest that the lack of prey could eventually force the tigers to return to their natural habitats.
In the Kerameri hills, CCTV cameras have captured footage of tigers hunting animals, further underlining the food scarcity issue. One male tiger has recently crossed from Maharashtra into Telangana, establishing a territory between the Wankidi and Asifabad mandals. Additionally, two other tigers have settled in the forests of Malini and Koutala in Sirpur (T), having migrated from Maharashtra’s Tadoba and Tipeshwar sanctuaries in search of mates.
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The mating season has also contributed to the tigers’ increased movement and aggression, with male tigers in particular searching for female mates, which can sometimes lead to attacks on animals or even humans. Recently, the rise in tiger attacks has sparked alarm in local communities. Two farm laborers in the Sirpur constituency were attacked by a tiger, resulting in the tragic death of a woman named Lakshmi and severe injuries to a man, Suresh. This incident has led to widespread anger among the locals, who are now fearful of leaving their homes or sending workers into the fields, with concerns growing over the safety of both people and livestock.
In response, forest officials have intensified efforts to track and monitor the tigers, aiming to minimize harm to both the animals and the community. However, the food shortage for these tigers is worsening, as they are increasingly resorting to hunting livestock like cattle and goats. Despite the presence of wild animals in the area, the opportunities for tigers to find suitable prey are few and far between.
There is also growing concern among local residents that the tigers may be poisoned as tensions rise. The Forest Department has assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to protect the tigers and prevent further harm to both the wildlife and the community.
As the situation unfolds, the district remains on high alert, with authorities working to find a balance between safeguarding the welfare of the tigers and addressing the safety concerns of the local population.
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