Juang tribals launch efforts to reduce man-elephant conflict

Elephant incursions into human habitats have become a daily concern across several blocks of Keonjhar district.

- POST NEWS NETWORK

Herds are entering villages, damaging houses and destroying crops. Although the Forest department provides compensation, villagers say it does not cover the real losses, leading to growing friction between people and elephants.

However, in a praiseworthy initiative, members of the Juang community at Kansa village in Kodipasa panchayat under Bansapani block have mobilised and launched efforts to reduce human-elephant conflict and ensure adequate food sources for elephants.

They have started planting saplings and building small check dams on nearby hills with help from a voluntary outfit to protect themselves and the environment.

Residents of Talakansa village under Kodipasa panchayat have set an example of coexistence between humans and elephants.