Tiger Roams Rajahmundry City Roads, Sparks High Alert and School Closures

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News18•04-02-2026, 09:08
Tiger Roams Rajahmundry City Roads, Sparks High Alert and School Closures
- •A tiger has been sighted roaming on Diwan Cheruvu road and the national highway in Rajahmundry, causing widespread fear.
- •The Rajanagaram MLA confirmed the tiger's presence, urging residents to be on high alert and avoid solo travel after dark.
- •The tiger attempted to enter a school building at Diwan Cheruvu and later appeared on the national highway, unfazed by vehicles.
- •Forest department officials are monitoring the tiger's movements but have not yet attempted capture, fearing unpredictable behavior.
- •Schools in Rajahmundry have been closed, and daily wage laborers and two-wheeler riders are advised extreme caution.
Why It Matters: A tiger's presence in Rajahmundry city has led to school closures and a high alert for residents.
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