Govt allocates Rs 411 million to mitigate human-wildlife conflict
Summary
The Nepal government has allocated Rs 411 million to programs aimed at mitigating human-wildlife conflict, introducing a budget sub-heading on Human-Wildlife Coexistence for the first time.
Key Points
- The Nepal government has allocated Rs 411 million for human-wildlife conflict mitigation in the upcoming fiscal year.
- A new budget sub-heading titled 'Human-Wildlife Coexistence' has been introduced.
- Compensation is provided for damages caused by 16 wildlife species, including elephants, tigers, and leopards.
- Programs include habitat improvement, food availability in forests, alternative farming, and eco-tourism to support local livelihoods.
