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Keralam to Demolish Resorts on Elephant Corridors, Minister Vows Action
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News18•25-09-2026, 16:45
Keralam to Demolish Resorts on Elephant Corridors, Minister Vows Action
- •Keralam Minister Shibu Baby John announced the government will act against resorts on elephant corridors as per Supreme Court directives to mitigate human-animal conflict.
- •The District Collector's order on fence removal applies only to illegally encroached land in Chinnakanal, not legally established structures across Idukki.
- •John criticized the CPI(M)'s opposition to removing illegal encroachments, stating it hinders efforts to resolve recurring human-animal tragedies.
- •Notices will be issued by the Forest Department and Collector to large resorts located directly on elephant corridors.
- •The government is exploring permanent solutions, including relocating elephants that repeatedly endanger human lives, after examining legal aspects.
Key Questions Answered
The Keralam government announced plans to take action against resorts located on elephant corridors in accordance with Supreme Court directions to find a permanent solution to human-animal conflict in Idukki district.
The Forest minister clarified that the District Collector's order regarding the removal of fences and walls applied specifically to structures on illegally encroached land in the Chinnakanal area rather than legally established structures across Idukki.
The government is seeking a permanent solution and examining legal aspects to relocate elephants that are repeatedly involved in dangerous incidents and endanger human lives, if necessary.
