High-tech surveillance helps nab notorious poachers in Chitwan
Summary
High-tech surveillance including spy cameras and drones has helped capture notorious poacher Ram Sharan BK in Chitwan National Park, strengthening efforts to protect endangered rhinos and tigers.
Key Points
- High-tech digital surveillance helped capture notorious poacher Ram Sharan BK in Chitwan National Park.
- Spy cameras and drones are now integral tools used alongside Nepali Army personnel to monitor the park.
- Ram Sharan BK had a previous conviction for rhino poaching and was recently caught again for attempted poaching and illegal firearm possession.
- Chitwan National Park hosts significant populations of endangered one-horned rhinos and tigers, with increasing numbers recorded in recent censuses.
