Hey there, folks! Exciting news coming out of Junnar and Shirur talukas in Maharashtra’s Pune district. Farmers in leopard-prone areas are breathing a sigh of relief, all thanks to the Forest Department’s new solar fencing scheme.
So, here’s the deal – the Forest Department has set up these solar fences around 10 homes in Junnar and Shirur. And get this, these fences give leopards a little shock and blare a siren when they get too close. Talk about high-tech solutions to keep our furry feline friends at bay!
According to the farmers, these fences are doing the trick. No leopards have been spotted near their homes since the installation. Amol Satpute, Deputy Conservator of Forests, is all praises for the initiative and urges more homeowners in high-risk areas to get on board.
But wait, there’s more! The department has already identified 660 farmers from Junnar, Shirur, and Ambegaon talukas to benefit from this scheme. And guess what? The government is covering 75 percent of the cost, making it a win-win situation for everyone involved.
And the best part? These fences not only keep leopards away but also protect against other wildlife. Just ask Sagar More, a farmer from Junnar, whose pet dogs were attacked by a leopard before the fence was installed. Since then, no more leopard sightings!
The Forest Department isn’t stopping here. They plan to expand the scheme to cover more homes in the region, making sure that both humans and wildlife can coexist peacefully. Talk about a purrfect solution to a hairy situation!
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