India, Nov. 24 -- Delhi zoo authorities launched a search operation to locate a few jackals who may have escaped from their enclosures into the forested belt behind the animal exhibits, officials said on Sunday.
Three to four jackals were spotted in the bushy forested area on Saturday morning near the off-display jackal holding zone close to Azimganj Sarai in Beat No. 10 of the National Zoological Park. The incident occurred between 10 and 11 am and renewed concerns over the zoo's preparedness and recurring lapses in animal management.
The jackal enclosure, which features high wire mesh, burrows, shaded areas, and a shelter structure, is now under inspection. Officials are examining the section where the breach occurred to determine how t...