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Temple Room Hides Shocking Tiger Skin Cache
9 Jan
Summary
- Caretaker's room yielded 37 tiger skins and 133 claws.
- Skins are suspected to be fake, with paint used for authenticity.
- Caretaker's origin from Madhya Pradesh raises poaching concerns.
In a surprising turn of events at a temple in Rajpipla, authorities uncovered a hidden trove of 37 tiger skins and 133 claws following the death of its 90-year-old caretaker, Madhavanand. The deceased had maintained strict privacy regarding his room for years.
Initial assessments by the forest department indicate that the discovered skins are likely imitations, with paint applied to mimic genuine tiger pelts. However, out of caution, samples have been dispatched for advanced testing to the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology in Hyderabad.
The investigation gained momentum as the caretaker's origin from Madhya Pradesh, a state known for wildlife poaching, has fueled suspicions about his potential involvement in illegal activities. Further tests are expected to clarify the authenticity of the items.
