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Human Elephant Conflict Control Centre - Nilgiris
December 23 , 2025
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- A command-and-control centre was inaugurated at Nadugani Range in the Gudalur Forest Division to manage human–elephant conflict.
- The centre was built at a cost of ₹6 crore under the Modernisation of Tamil Nadu Forest Force Scheme.
- A total of 46 human–wildlife conflict (HWC) zones were identified.
- 34 zones are having AI-enabled cameras and 12 zones are having advanced AI monitoring systems.
- Wildlife movement will be monitored round the clock, and real-time alerts will be sent to field staff through speakers and SMS.
- The Forest Department has introduced a toll-free helpline (1800-425-4353), upgraded wireless networks, thermal imaging drones, and radio collars for elephant tracking.
- Temporary watchers were deployed to support frontline staff, with additional personnel engaged during the peak elephant migration season from June to September.
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