Bahundangi Residents Oppose Elephant Biological Corridor Plan
Summary
Residents of Bahundangi in Jhapa have opposed a proposed elephant biological corridor from Bahundangi to Koshi Tappu, saying it should not threaten human settlements. They say conservation must be done inside the forest, not by displacing citizens.
Key Points
- Bahundangi residents have rejected a plan to create an elephant biological corridor that could endanger nearby settlements.
- Locals say the government should prioritize human safety and not displace citizens in the name of wildlife conservation.
- Former Bahunagangi VDC chairman Nilkantha Tiwari said an area with around 40 lakh residents should not be turned into an elephant path.
- Residents want elephants protected within the forest while ensuring peaceful living conditions in settlement areas.
