Hyderabad, March 4 -- Panic has spread among villagers living around the Kammarpally forest areas in Telangana after forest officials confirmed the movement of a tiger in the region.

According to officials, the tiger entered the district from Jagtial, where its presence was reported two days ago. Forest department teams visited the locations where pugmarks were found and alerted local residents.

Villagers have been advised to remain vigilant, avoid moving alone in agricultural fields, and stay indoors during the night to prevent any possible encounters.

Officials said the sub-adult male tiger had entered Telangana nearly three months ago and has since moved through several districts. In mid-January, it reached Yadadri Bhuvanagiri distr...