Leopard Sighting Halts Srivari Mettu Pedestrian Path Entry to Tirumala

• A leopard sighting on the Srivari Mettu pedestrian path in Chandragiri mandal has caused alarm among Tirumala devotees.
• Devotees spotted the leopard near the 450th step on Friday evening and immediately alerted TTD staff.
• TTD vigilance officials tightened security and issued a ban on entry to the Srivari Mettu path from this morning for devotee safety.
• Measures are underway to capture the leopard or guide it back into the Seshachalam forests, with continuous surveillance.
• TTD urges devotees to cooperate, prioritizing safety to prevent any untoward incidents despite the inconvenience.

Why It Matters: Leopard sighting closes Srivari Mettu pedestrian path; TTD prioritizes devotee safety.