The conflict between humans and wildlife has escalated in the Keonjhar district, with 125 people losing their lives and 50 wild animals being killed by poachers over the last six years. According to data shared in the assembly by Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia, elephant attacks have damaged over 2,500 houses and 24,000 acres of farmland. The government has disbursed over 18 crore rupees in compensation. Despite measures like solar fencing, stone walls, and the deployment of elephant tracking squads, the death toll continues to rise, leading to demands for a permanent solution. https://sambad.in/state/human-wildlife-conflict-is-increasing-12012178 #creator program