Ganderbal, Nov 14 (KNC): A bear was captured alive by the Wildlife Department in the Alastang area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Saturday and subsequently shifted to Dachigam National Park, officials said.

Officials said a team of the Wildlife Department Ganderbal launched a rescue operation in the area after making necessary arrangements to safely capture the wild animal and prevent any potential threat to local residents.

Shabir Ahmad Khan, In-charge of the Wildlife Control Room, Wayil, was also associated with the operation.

The bear was successfully captured alive after being tranquillised and initially taken to a shelter before being shifted to Dachigam National Park, Khan said.

The operation was conducted as part of the department’s efforts to prevent human-wildlife conflict and ensure the safety of residents while protecting wildlife, officials added.(KNC)