Nepal: Human-wildlife conflict claims 146 lives in five years
Summary
In Nepal, human-wildlife conflicts over the past five years have resulted in 146 human deaths mainly from attacks by elephants, tigers, and rhinos near protected areas such as Chitwan National Park, prompting government relief efforts and calls for increased awareness and habitat management.
Key Points
- 146 people have been killed in Nepal over five years due to attacks by wild animals including elephants, tigers, and rhinos.
- In FY 2025/26 alone, 15 people were killed with elephants causing the highest fatalities among wild animals.
- The government has spent over Rs 585 million in compensation for wildlife-related losses during the last five years.
- Experts urge public awareness and improved habitat management inside national parks to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
