MP approves Rs. 47 crore plan to tackle human-elephant conflict

May 14, 2025 10:46 AM

MP approves Rs. 47 crore plan to tackle human-elephant conflict

In a decisive move to address the escalating human-elephant conflict in southern Madhya Pradesh, the state cabinet has approved a Rs.47 crore mitigation plan aimed at safeguarding both rural communities and wildlife. The initiative, cleared on Tuesday, focuses on regions where wild elephants frequently traverse forest corridors and enter farmlands, rural properties, and tribal settlements—often causing extensive crop damage, property loss, and posing threats to human lives. Announcing the pl...

India strengthens efforts to combat climate change and environmental challenges

February 11, 2025 9:36 AM

India strengthens efforts to combat climate change and environmental challenges

The central government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing environmental challenges and climate change through a series of legislative, regulatory, and administrative measures aimed at conservation, pollution control, and sustainability. The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC) has been spearheading these initiatives, implementing key policies and programs to protect the environment and enhance India’s green cover. Tree Plantation Initiative One significant i...