A summer evening approaches. In Ranthambore National Park, several canters and Gypsies roam the area, each filled with groups of tourists. Suddenly, in the distance, a leopard is spotted walking at a calm pace. Noticing something unusual, it stops, turns, and begins to stealthily approach our canter. With a swift leap, it jumps over a nearby ditch, landing behind our vehicle and heading uphill. There, a few spotted deer graze peacefully. Within moments, the leopard pounces with precision, grabbing one by the neck. Dragging its prey, it disappears into the depths of the forest.
Photo story: Modhera Sun Temple
This national park is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. Ranthambore is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, leopards, wild boars, spotted deer, crocodiles, and over 250 species of birds. The park spans over 1,334 sq. km and is part of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. It remains open from October to June, with both morning and evening safaris available. The park is divided into 10 jungle safari zones, and safari bookings can be made online. Ranthambore is about 175 km from the state capital, Jaipur, and over 400 km from Udaipur. (Ranthambore National Park)
First published work in print on September 1975. Currently, he is the author of twenty books which are specially based on travel, rail, forest etc. He also wrote travel poetry.
