Laligurans Municipality declares public holiday to drive away monkeys
Summary
Laligurans Municipality in Tehrathum has declared a public holiday on May 15 to conduct a campaign against rhesus macaque monkeys that are damaging crops and affecting farmers' livelihoods.
Key Points
- Laligurans Municipality declared a public holiday on May 15 to organize a campaign to drive away rhesus macaque monkeys damaging crops.
- Farmers suffer heavy losses as monkeys destroy maize, potatoes, millet, fruits, and vegetables, affecting livelihoods and education.
- The municipality deployed caretakers and built watch posts in heavily affected areas to control monkey populations.
- Mayor Arjun Mabuhang urged the federal government to recognize the monkey problem nationally and implement long-term solutions.
