Watch: Sloth bear sighting creates stir in Chhattisgarh; crowd gathers for photos

RAIPUR: A sloth bear wandering near the Janakpur Kailash temple in the Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district of Chhattisgarh has caused a stir among locals.

Eyewitnesses said the animal roamed around the temple premises for some time, attracting a large crowd that included many children. Several people were seen taking photos and videos of the bear on their mobile phones.

The forest department was alerted and a team arrived to monitor the situation. Officials said steps were taken to ensure the safety of both the bear and the onlookers.

Sloth bears are found across the Indian subcontinent and are known to wander into human settlements, often in search of food.


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