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Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
K'taka home to highest no. of elephants in India: Poovaiah
Madikeri: World Elephant Day was celebrated at the Harangi Elephant Camp on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, State Wildlife Board member Sanketh Poovaiah said Virajpet MLA AS Ponnanna discussed with the chief minister and forest minister the soft release project in Kodagu, similar to the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. This project aims to benefit three neighbouring districts by identifying thousands of hectares, installing railway tracks, and releasing wild elephants into the area. Poovaiah stated that India is home to 27,000 elephants, with Karnataka housing 6,395, the highest number among Indian states. Seven districts in Karnataka have the most elephants. However, world elephant populations have decreased by 1.1 lakh since 2016, raising concern. He emphasised the importance of wild elephants in nature and the need for permanent solutions to human-elephant conflict, alongside scientific measures to protect the animals. Deputy conservator of forests (Madikeri) KA Nehru said the protection of wild elephants is not only the responsibility of the department or govt, but also requires the participation of forest communities, organisations, and the public. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
World Elephant Day observed in Kodagu; officials stress importance of elephant conservation
MADIKERI: The tamed elephants of the three elephant camps across Kodagu received a special status on Tuesday as World Elephant Day celebration was hosted by the forest department. The elephants were decorated and worshipped as part of the celebration, even as the guests called out to protect one of the most intelligent species on earth. Speaking after taking part in the celebrations at Harangi Elephant Camp in Kushalnagar, State Wildlife Board Member Sanketh Poovaiah said, "Discussions have been held with the chief minister and forest minister regarding the project in Kodagu, similar to the Bhadra Sanctuary initiative. This project aims to benefit three neighbouring districts by identifying thousands of hectares, installing railway barricades and releasing wild elephants in this area."
