Watch: Tourists Scream After Spotting Leopard At Ajanta Caves In Chhtrapati Sambhajinagar

A leopard was recently spotted near the iconic Ajanta Caves in Maharashtra on Tuesday, a rare and alarming sight that quickly went viral after being captured on video.

However, what drew even more attention was the behavior of the tourists who, instead of staying calm, started shouting loudly while filming the animal.

The big cat was seen calmly roaming near the heritage site when tourists began yelling.

Wildlife experts have repeatedly advised the public to stay quiet and avoid startling wild animals during such encounters, as loud reactions can provoke unpredictable behavior from the animal and create dangerous situations.

Other sightings in Pune

Forest officials have taken note of the incident and are currently on alert. Locals and visitors have been urged to remain cautious and follow safety protocols if they spot any wildlife in the area.

Authorities are also appealing to tourists to act responsibly when in or near forested areas, especially those close to wildlife habitats.

Meanwhile, locals near Pune’s historic Sinhagad Fort have reported multiple leopard sightings in recent weeks, sparking concern among residents of nearby villages. The forested areas surrounding the fort are known to be home to several wildlife species, but the growing presence of leopards near human settlements has heightened fears—even though no human attacks have been reported so far.

Pune district is increasingly being seen as a hotspot for leopard sightings, particularly around forested and hilly areas like Sinhagad Fort. With frequent reports of wild animal movement near human settlements, especially in villages such as Bhorwadi, Kalyan, and Ambed, locals are growing anxious about their safety and that of their livestock.

While no leopard attacks on humans have been reported yet, the rising number of sightings — often near cowsheds and temples — has prompted residents to demand swift intervention from forest officials. The situation underscores a growing need for better wildlife monitoring and human-animal conflict mitigation in the district.

Pune district is increasingly being seen as a hotspot for leopard sightings, particularly around forested and hilly areas like Sinhagad Fort. With frequent reports of wild animal movement near human settlements, especially in villages such as Bhorwadi, Kalyan, and Ambed, locals are growing anxious about their safety and that of their livestock.

While no leopard attacks on humans have been reported yet, the rising number of sightings — often near cowsheds and temples — has prompted residents to demand swift intervention from forest officials. The situation underscores a growing need for better wildlife monitoring and human-animal conflict mitigation in the district.