A striped tiger has been found dead in the Aglot‑Sacorda area in Dharbandora, triggering alarm among environmentalists and local residents.
The carcass was discovered with its nails and teeth missing, fueling suspicions of poaching and prompting calls for a thorough investigation.
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Environment activist Rajendra Kerkar questioned official claims that there are no tigers in Goa, pointing out that such deaths would not occur if tigers were truly absent from the region.
Concerns have also mounted over the functioning of the Mollem Forest Department, with allegations of large‑scale illegal tree felling in the area. The tiger’s death has intensified scrutiny of wildlife protection mechanisms and enforcement, raising urgent questions about how effectively Goa’s forests and fauna are being safeguarded.
