Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav has said that the ongoing man-animal conflict can be resolved with the vigilant use of technology along with a sympathizing approach towards wild animals.
On my way to Wayanad with a team of experts from @MOEFCC and @wii_india to review the man-animal conflict situation in the region. We stand by the families that have lost their loved ones.
Will ensure relief reaches them at the earliest. pic.twitter.com/U2jI1XIOMS
— Bhupender Yadav (@byadavbjp) February 21, 2024
While talking to the media persons on his arrival at the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru this morning, Shri Yadav said, “ We came to know that there is an animal-human conflict, especially in Wayanad and the border of Bandipur and Wayanad.”
“In order to resolve the ongoing man-animal conflict, we should use the technology vigilantly while also adopting a sympathizing approach towards animals. Central government has been issuing advisories in this regard.” said the Union Minister.
Terming the situation very grave, Shri Yadav said, “I have been apprised of the current situation by the ministry officials. I have called the senior scientists from WII , ministry officials and the State officials to discuss the situation. We will take care of it.”
The Union Minister also said that he would meet the victims and ensure the compensation issued by Central government reaches the victims positively.
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