Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Woman Attacked by Leopard While Cutting Grass in Uttarkashi
A woman in Uttarkashi was attacked by a leopard while she was cutting grass.
The attack happened in a forest near Purola.
She was rescued by nearby workers and villagers who heard her cries.
She was taken to the hospital for treatment, but her injuries were serious enough to require a transfer to a bigger hospital in Dehradun.
The local people are now worried and want the forest department to catch the leopard to prevent further attacks.
The forest department is increasing patrols and monitoring the area.
A 38-year-old woman was attacked by a leopard while cutting grass in a forest in Uttarkashi.
The incident occurred in the Purola area of Uttarkashi district.
Villagers and laborers rescued the woman after hearing her screams.
The woman, Urmila Devi Nautiyal, was initially taken to a local hospital and later referred to Dehradun.
Local residents have demanded the forest department install a cage to trap the leopard.
- Who
- Urmila Devi Nautiyal was attacked.
- What
- A woman was attacked by a leopard.
- When
- The attack occurred on Sunday morning.
- Where
- Uttarkashi, specifically in the Purola area.
- Why
- The article does not explicitly state the reason for the attack.
Villagers' Concerns
Forest Department Response
Public Safety
Villagers' Concerns
Fear of further attacks and demand for leopard trapping.
Forest Department Response
Not applicable - purely factual reporting.
- Victim's Age
- 38
- Victim's Name
- Urmila Devi Nautiyal
- Location of Attack
- Forest in Uttarkashi
- Location of Incident
- Purola area
- Treatment Location
- Sub-district hospital in Purola, then Dehradun