High Court order to arrest Arikomban in Idukki and transfer it to Parambikulam. This matter is in the report of the five-member expert committee. Revenue, police and fire departments should provide necessary assistance. The court also stated that there is no need for social media celebrations of the arrest.
Parampikulam is a habitat for paddy. Water and food are readily available. But the High Court asked why Parambikulam was destroyed and the court also asked whether the Periyar Tiger Reserve was destroyed. The court also asked if there is no possibility of clash with existing animals when they are taken to the new forest area.
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The court asked how the madapadu elephant could be brought to Parambikulam. The court said that the chief wildlife warden should decide whether to imprison or rehabilitate the elephant. The court pointed out that there are many reports before the government about human-animal conflict. A comprehensive study is required in this regard. Public hearing should be conducted to identify the grievances of the general public. A 24-hour vigilance system is needed. A long-term solution is needed. The court also reminded that the rice plant is not an isolated problem.
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