Kerala’s move to intensify wild boar culling comes under fire
The Kerala government's plan to cull wild boars to mitigate human-wildlife conflict has faced backlash from animal welfare groups. Critics argue the move is legally questionable and could disrupt forest ecosystems.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing tension between agricultural protection and wildlife conservation in India.
The Kerala government’s decision to intensify the “elimination” of wild boars that enter human habitations, as part of its 100-day action plan to tackle human-wildlife conflict, has sparked criticism from animal welfare groups and experts. Opposition has been further fuelled by the State’s decision to submit a revised proposal to the Centre seeking the classification of wild boars as vermin under the Wildlife (Protection) Act (WLPA), 1972.
The article presents the government's policy alongside the specific arguments of activists and scientists without taking a definitive stance.
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