To prevent conflict and negative interactions between humans and wildlife, the Maharashtra forest department is planning to plant indigenous fruit trees in buffer zones and core forest areas. The aim is to also support local biodiversity and reduce crop raiding. Speaking to mid-day, newly appointed Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife) Srinivas Rao said he will be promoting the use of technology such as drones, camera traps and telemetry studies for tracking/studying wild animals and their protection and eventually preventing negative interactions between humans and wildlife.

Srinivas Rao, principal chief conservator of forest (wildlife)