Puttur: Two wild gaurs spotted on bypass road in early morning

Mangalore Today News Network

Puttur, Sep 11, 2026: Two wild gaurs were spotted on the Puttur bypass road near the Duggamma–Deranna Hall area in the early hours of September 11, causing concern among local residents and motorists.

The gaurs, which are usually seen in rural and forested areas, were found standing on the road during the early morning hours. Their sudden appearance near the town area left pedestrians and motorists apprehensive for some time.

The sighting has sparked concern among residents, with locals suspecting that the animals may have ventured towards human settlements from nearby forest areas in search of food and water.

Residents have urged the Forest Department to monitor the situation and take necessary precautionary measures to prevent such incidents and ensure public safety.