Madhya Pradesh Launches Rs 47.11 Crore Initiative to Mitigate Human-Elephant Conflict

Madhya Pradesh is implementing a Rs 47.11 crore scheme to address human-elephant conflicts through construction, training, and enhanced relief efforts. The plan, approved for 2023-2027, includes habitat management and monitoring, with a focus on developing protected areas and improving elephant welfare.

In an effort to curb human-elephant conflicts, the Madhya Pradesh cabinet has sanctioned a Rs 47.11 crore plan designed to enhance management and safety measures concerning wild elephants. The scheme encompasses construction projects, educational programs for villagers, and reinforced relief efforts.

The initiative, running from 2023-2027, includes provisions for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, with significant funds allocated for protection, monitoring, and habitat management. Control rooms and structures aimed at preventing conflicts will be established, and rehabilitation of elephants will be prioritized.

Training will be provided to villagers and forest personnel to better manage human-elephant interactions. The initiative also plans for solar fencing, rapid response teams, and surveillance equipment like radio collars to improve tracking and monitoring efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)