Assam to study revival of wild elephant domestication to reduce human-elephant conflict
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
The Assam government is exploring the reintroduction of elephant domestication techniques as a strategic solution to escalating human-elephant conflicts that threaten rural communities and agricultural productivity. This initiative aims to leverage traditional practices combined with modern wildlife management approaches to create safer coexistence between expanding elephant populations and human settlements, while reducing crop destruction and property damage in affected regions.
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Assam to study revival of wild elephant domestication to reduce human-elephant conflict
Assam considers reviving wild elephant domestication to mitigate human-elephant conflict, addressing rising tensions and agricultural damage.
