Leopard kills 7 in Udaipur, Coldplay tickets case, and a helicopter crash
Oct 3, 2024
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In this lively discussion, journalist Parul Kulshrestha shares chilling details about a series of leopard attacks in Udaipur that have claimed seven lives, stirring fear among locals. She delves into the causes of these incidents and the government's response. Meanwhile, Mohamed Thaver reveals the ongoing investigation into a complaint against the ticketing platform Book My Show concerning Coldplay concert tickets, raising questions about scalping and accountability. The conversation wraps up with a somber note on a recent helicopter crash in Pune.
The recent surge in leopard attacks in Udaipur highlights the deepening conflict between wildlife and local communities due to environmental changes.
An investigation into the online ticketing platform Book My Show reveals growing concerns over ticket sales for high-demand events like Coldplay concerts.
Deep dives
Leopard Attacks in Udaipur
Recent leopard attacks in Udaipur have created a climate of fear among local villagers, with seven confirmed fatalities and many people fleeing their homes. The attacks have primarily occurred within a 5 km radius of the Gogunda range, targeting both livestock and humans. One particularly tragic incident involved a five-year-old girl who was attacked by a leopard while near the river with her mother, highlighting the unpredictable nature of these attacks. The increasing leopard attacks in this area, which has a high leopard population, have left villagers feeling vulnerable and unsafe in their own surroundings.
Reasons Behind the Attacks
The surge in leopard attacks is attributed to a decline in the local herbivore population, which forces leopards into closer proximity to human settlements in search of food. This situation has been exacerbated by the rise in human encroachment into leopard habitats as more people clear land for agricultural purposes. Wildlife experts suggest that the decline in prey may have led to leopards becoming habituated to hunting humans, thus escalating the attacks. The conflict between humans and wildlife is a growing concern, especially as leopards become more desperate for food.
Government Response to the Crisis
In response to the increasing leopard attacks, local authorities, including the Indian Army and forest officials, have ramped up efforts to capture the responsible leopards, deploying drones and special teams to manage the crisis. Despite capturing several leopards, the primary attacker remains elusive, prompting fears of a continued threat to the villagers. Authorities have also initiated awareness campaigns to caution villagers against venturing into the jungles alone, although their reliance on forest resources complicates this advice. The community is urging effective measures from the government to ensure their safety while managing the complexities of human-animal conflict.
First, we talk to Indian Express’ Parul Kulshrestha about a series of leopard attacks in Udaipur. The attacks have taken seven lives and have left the villagers scared. She talks about the action taken by the forest department and the reason behind these incidents.
Next, Indian Express’ Mohamed Thaver informs us about the complaint that has been filed against online ticketing platform Book My Show and the investigation that is taking place regarding the tickets for the concert of the renowned band Coldplay. (8:44)
And in the end, we talk about a helicopter crash in Pune that killed three. (18:31)
Hosted, written and produced by Niharika Nanda Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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