Leopard cub spotted in Khammam district’s chilli farm

HYDERABAD: A leopard cub sighting in a chilli farm created a stir in Repallevada village of Enkoor Mandal, Khammam district.

The cub was spotted by a farm worker on Thursday in the fields owned by local farmer Venigalla Srihari. Upon noticing the animal, the worker recorded a brief video and promptly informed the forest department.

District Forest Range Officer (DRO) Srinivas Rao, along with his team, arrived at the location to inspect paw prints and other signs confirming the cub’s presence. Officials have advised residents to remain vigilant and avoid venturing alone into the fields, particularly during early mornings and evenings.