Archive · 25 Nov 2025
AI-generated leopard images cause panic in Pune
In Pune, a leopard was seen in a busy area called Aundh on Sunday morning.
Officials from the Forest Department and a group called RESQ are trying to find the leopard.
They are also asking people not to share fake pictures of leopards made by computers, as these pictures are causing unnecessary fear.
The officials say that after the first sighting, they have not found any more signs of the leopard.
They are still searching, but so far, they have not seen the leopard or its footprints.
They are using special cameras and drones to look for the leopard.
A leopard was sighted in Pune's Aundh area on Sunday morning, prompting a search operation by Forest Department officials and RESQ Charitable Trust.
Officials warn against the spread of AI-generated leopard images, which are causing unnecessary fear and delaying response efforts.
No further sightings or evidence of the leopard have been reported since the initial sighting at 4 am on Sunday.
Search teams are using thermal drones, foot patrols, and vehicles to locate the leopard, but no signs of the animal have been found.
Officials emphasize the importance of responsible reporting and avoiding the sharing of unverified or fabricated content.
- Who
- Forest Department officials and wildlife experts from RESQ Charitable Trust
- What
- Search for a leopard and warning against AI-generated leopard images
- When
- Monday (after initial sighting on Sunday at 4 am)
- Where
- Aundh area, Pune
- Why
- To capture the leopard and address the spread of misinformation
- Location
- Aundh, Pune
- Initial Sighting Time
- 4 am on Sunday
- Organizations Involved
- Forest Department, RESQ Charitable Trust
- Tools Used
- Thermal drones, foot patrols, vehicles
- Current Status
- No further sightings or evidence found
