To keep tabs on the encroachments on the periphery of Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) and forest land, the authorities have started a drone survey, which is expected to be completed before monsoon.

SGNP Director and Chief Conservator of Forest G Mallikarjuna said “We have begun mapping encroachments on forest area in SGNP using drones. Around 80 per cent of the work has been completed, and we anticipate to finish the mapping before the monsoon. After the drone survey is completed, the data collected will be superimposed on a Google map so that we can keep track of the encroachments.”