The Kerala Legislative Assembly adopted a unanimous resolution urging the Central government to suitably amend the Wildlife Protection Act to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts.
Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran tabled the resolution for discussion as per rule 118 of the Assembly’s Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business.
Members across the aisle supported the resolution aimed at eliminating wildlife that trespass on human habitations, imperilling the life and property of citizens, destroying crops and preying on livestock.