In a tragic incident in Pauri district, Uttarakhand, a four-year-old girl named Drishti Rawat was killed by a leopard while eating near her home in Bhatkot village. The attack happened around 9 PM on Thursday, and the leopard snatched her away, leading to a frantic search by villagers. Her mutilated body was later discovered approximately two kilometers from her house. Following the incident, villagers protested, demanding the presence of senior officials before allowing authorities to retrieve the body. In response, Rekha Arya, the Chaubattakhal Sub-Divisional Magistrate, and Mahatim Yadav, the Divisional Forest Officer, visited the village to address concerns. They assured the family of all possible assistance and initiated measures to monitor the leopard. To further ensure safety, schools in the Pokhra and Bironkhal areas have been ordered to close on April 4 and 6.