Tiger ‘trapped’ by safari jeeps in Ranthambore; watch video

A video from Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park has gone viral, showing a tiger surrounded by multiple safari vehicles.

Shared by Instagram user Monty Bhatt, the clip captures several jeeps crowding a narrow track while the tiger stands in the middle with barely any room to move. As more vehicles arrive, the scene begins to resemble a traffic jam. Tourists can be seen clicking pictures as the tiger pauses, appearing disoriented.

In the caption, the Instagram user wrote, "The tiger came very close and the jeeps didn’t give the space to the Tiger in Ranthambore National Park."


The video has sparked widespread criticism on social media.

Many users expressed concern over the animal being boxed in, calling the situation stressful and unfair. Some also noted that such crowding can elevate stress levels in wildlife and may even trigger defensive behaviour.

"The tiger looks more civilised and mature among all these humans around," one user wrote.

"The Indian forest department deserves praise for its efficient management of safari operations in India. The tiger seems to be facing a traffic jam in its own home," another user said.

“Sad. Where’s the wild in this? It’s worse than a zoo! At least humans can’t enter its enclosure there,” wrote another user.

The incident has once again raised questions over safari management practices and the need to ensure safe distances to protect wildlife during such encounters.