Man-Animal Conflict: Elephants in Assam

In the northeastern state of Assam, the shrinking of elephant corridors due to tea gardens, human settlements, and railway tracks has led to a sharp rise in human-elephant conflict. As these gentle giants wander into villages in search of food, tragic encounters often result in casualties on both sides.

Innovative solutions are being piloted, such as early warning systems using mobile networks, solar-powered fences, and the cultivation of crops that elephants dislike. However, true harmony requires the restoration of fragmented habitats and the creation of safe migratory corridors for the herds.