ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) said that no evidence was found of a big cat in Islamabad’s Gulberg Greens following reports about the presence of a Bengal tiger and its cubs in the area late Thursday.
In a post on X, the IWMB said that, along with the Capital Development Authority (CDA), the wildlife management board officials conducted a full search operation in the area.
“Following reports of a big cat in Gulberg Greens, IWMB, CDA, and the district administration conducted a full search operation. No evidence was found,” the IWMD said, adding that they’ll keep monitoring the area.
Following reports of a big cat in Gulberg Greens,IWMB & @CDAthecapital & @dcislamabad conducted a full search operation.
✅ No evidence found.
We’ll keep monitoring the area.
Request: Stay calm & report any wildlife sightings to relevant authorities. pic.twitter.com/A0WsCTfoKo— Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) (@WildlifeBoard) September 3, 2026
Earlier, APP reported that a Bengal tiger and its two cubs had been spotted near Street No. 15 in Block B of Gulberg Greens, leading to fear and panic among residents.
The report said that the sighting was confirmed by Gulberg Greens security management and residents. Photos and videos of the tiger also started circulating on social media and community groups.
In a message shared in community groups, a security official told residents that we are on high alert and our teams are closely monitoring the area.
Resident Syed Hasnain told APP that the sighting has questioned the trend of keeping dangerous and exotic wild animals in residential areas. He said wildlife should be protected, but the safety of residents, particularly children, could not be ignored.
However, the joint search operation found no evidence confirming the presence of the reported animals.
Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information. Citizens have been requested to report any wildlife sightings immediately to the relevant authorities.
