Kerala Forest Department is using a combination of traditional knowledge and modern technology to manage human-wildlife conflict.
The plan is funded through Central-State allocations and schemes, including MGNREGS with a total budget of ₹645 crore.
AI-based alert systems, thermal sensor-equipped drones, and camera traps will be used for real-time surveillance.
Physical and biological barriers will be built to stop animals from entering human areas.
Beehive fencing, successful in Africa and Southeast Asia, will be used on 6.6 km of forest boundaries.
Traditional knowledge from tribal communities like using chilli plants as bio-fences will be studied for effectiveness.
The plan includes improving wildlife habitat by providing adequate fodder, waterholes and check-dams.
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