Sangdupota, February 21, 2026:
Concern has gripped residents of Habia village under the Sangdupota Circle after reports of a tiger roaming openly in the area, raising serious safety concerns among villagers of Habia Panchayat.
Speaking to the media, GPM Nabam Tajang stated that villagers have been reporting the suspected presence of tigers for several days, with multiple mithuns allegedly killed in recent incidents. The situation has created fear among locals who depend heavily on nearby forests for collecting vegetables, firewood, and other daily necessities.
Tajang emphasized that the continued movement of the tiger near human settlements poses a significant risk, particularly to those who frequently venture into forested areas. He has appealed to the Forest Department to take precautionary measures at the earliest to prevent any untoward incident and to ensure the safety of both villagers and wildlife.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement regarding the reported sightings, while residents remain on alert amid growing concerns over human-wildlife conflict in the region.
