Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan recently met with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre to request the transfer of Kumki elephants to Andhra Pradesh. Kumki elephants are specially trained for capturing and controlling wild elephants, and their assistance is sought to address issues related to human-wildlife conflict in Andhra Pradesh.
During the meetings, Pawan Kalyan emphasized the need for these trained elephants to manage and mitigate the increasing instances of wild elephants encroaching into human settlements in Andhra Pradesh. The Kumki elephants would help in safely guiding wild elephants back into their natural habitats and preventing potential damage and conflicts.
Both Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Forest Minister Khandre have shown a positive response to the request. They acknowledged the importance of addressing human-wildlife conflicts and indicated their willingness to cooperate with Andhra Pradesh in this regard.
This move highlights ongoing efforts to manage wildlife issues effectively and enhance cooperation between states to address environmental and safety concerns.
