In Chitwan, unchecked human-wildlife conflict adds to conservation challenges

Better habitat management, timely identification of problematic animals and increased community engagement are key for conflict control, experts say.

The Chitwan National Park—home to rare one-horned rhinoceros, tigers, gharials, and wild elephants, among others—has long been a symbol of Nepal’s conservation success. But the unchecked human-animal conflict in the park and its vicinity has resulted in tragic consequences.