Leopard Sighting Near Tirumala Temple Sparks Concern Among Devotees

TIRUMALA: A leopard sighting near the steps leading to the Tirumala temple has raised alarm among devotees of Lord Venkateswara. The wild animal, reportedly chased by stray dogs, startled a security guard, who locked himself inside a control room out of fear. The incident was promptly reported to officials from the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) and local forest officers. In response, authorities have begun installing trap cameras in the area to closely monitor wildlife activity and ensure the safety of pilgrims visiting the temple.