Solar power inside forests, sirens in villages to curb wildlife attacks

Communities in Meghauli are combining forest-side water management and village-based alert systems to reduce rising human-wildlife conflict.

Meghauli in Chitwan is a well-known tourism destination. It lies along rivers, streams and the buffer zone of Chitwan National Park, drawing both visitors and wildlife in large numbers. Along with tourists, wild animals frequently move through the area. Each year, incidents of attacks on local residents are reported, causing injuries and fatalities. Livestock and crops are also regularly damaged.