The mushrooming of unauthorized tent camping sites in the elephant paths under Chinnakkanal panchayat near Munnar in Idukki has become a matter of concern.
According to officials, over 26 tent camps are currently operating within the Chinnakkanal panchayat without a licence. Last month, a wild elephant entered a tent camp during night.
The Santhanpara Station House officer (SHO) recently issued a notice to the Chinnakanal panchayat secretary, seeking immediate action against the 26 illegal tent camps in its area.