The Rajasthan Forest Department has unveiled the first-ever photo evidence of a caracal at the Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve. The sighting of the elusive wild cat during the reserve's winter survey highlights the reserve's capacity to support a rich ecosystem for varied wildlife. The discovery indicates the rich biodiversity of the region and the potential for the reserve to harbor other elusive and threatened species. Social media users praised the efforts of the forest department and called for the conservation and breeding of caracals for long-term survival.