Kerala proposes measures to address wildlife attacks

Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan proposed new measures to address wildlife attacks in high-risk areas. These include forming volunteer response teams in affected panchayats and exploring life insurance for victims of wildlife incidents. A state-level committee will develop a framework for local committees, with input from regional MPs and MLAs. The forest department's control room will coordinate with disaster management authorities to ensure timely information sharing. Additional recommendations include regulating night safaris, improving waste disposal, and managing cattle grazing in dangerous areas. The government plans to create more deputy range officer positions to enhance wildlife management and promote eco-friendly tourism in forest zones.